Better Health While Aging

120 – Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment

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Guest host Dr. Nicole Didyk discusses the diagnosis and treatment of depression, including why it’s often tricky to diagnose in later life, and how it can be treated. (Note: depression in the context of dementia will be covered in an upcoming episode.) Dr. Didyk is a geriatrician in Canada, and the founder of the blog and YouTube channel The Wrinkle.

She covers:

  • What’s different about depression in older adults?
  • What are the signs that an older person might be depressed?
  • What medical illnesses can mimic depression?
  • Which medications can cause or worsen depressive symptoms?
  • How can depression be treated in older adults?
  • What to do if you’re concerned about depression in an older person
    • Related episodes:

    053 – Interview: Addressing Loneliness in Aging

    Related Resources:
    • VIDEO: Geriatric Depression – is it normal for old people to be sad? with Dr. Didyk
    • Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment When the Golden Years are Blue
    • Older Adults and Depression — National Institute of Mental Health
    • Depression in Older Adults – HelpGuide.org
    • Depression | Aging & Health A-Z | American Geriatrics Society | HealthInAging.org

      • Suicide Prevention Helplines (available 24/7):

      • IOA Friendship Line (developed for older adults): 800-971-0016
      • United States 1-800-273-TALK
      • Canada 1-833-456-4566
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