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Depression as a Major Component of Public Health for Older Adults

Posted on December 15, 2008 16:01

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Topics: Cost-effectiveness | Mental Health | Prevention | Seniors | State Data | Treatment

This article profiles depression among older adults.  It highlights the difficulties surrounding diagnosis and treatment as well as the cost-effectiveness of current public health strategies.  The authors also offer projections of the future public health impact of depression in older populations. 

Chapman, D. P., & Perry, G. S. (2008). Depression as a major component of public health for older adults. Preventing Chronic Disease, 5(1). http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2008/jan/07_0150.htm  

Authors: Daniel P. Chapman, Geraldine S. Perry


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