[45] The TCAs are effective agents in depression in the geriatric population ... must be obtained prior to beginning TCA therapy in the elderly, and anticholinergic effects such as dry mouth ...
An overview of geriatric depression is presented, with emphasis on the clinical presentation, associated factors, and newer treatment options. The majority of elderly persons lead active ...
Psychotherapy is also an important treatment for depression, though it is often overlooked in older patients. Whether someone is sad about the past or the present, having a trained professional to ...