Assessing depression in the elderly is acknowledged to be difficult because depression may have atypical presentations in elderly individuals. Numerous rating scales for depression are available ...
[37] A family history of alcoholism in first-degree relatives conveys an increased risk for depression. Bereavement is an obvious stressor commonly seen among the elderly. The stress of losing a ...
The country has one of the fastest-growing aging populations in Southeast Asia. Geriatric depression has become a leading mental health problem among older adults, particularly in rural areas. This ...
SINGAPORE – Researchers aim to detect and manage early signs of depression among seniors through voice analysis, as part of a three-year study and pilot programme that uses artificial ...