Find information about older adults and mental health, particularly depression, including warning signs, latest news and resources, and how to find help.

In 2021, an estimated 14.5 million U.S. adults aged 18 or older had at least one major depressive episode with severe impairment in the past year. This number represented 5.7% of all U.S. …

Women are diagnosed with depression more often than men, but men can also be depressed. Because men may be less likely to recognize, talk about, and seek help for their negative …

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May 14, 2024 · An NIMH-funded study showed that incorporating depression treatment into care for chronic health conditions improved well-being for both patients and their families.

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Older adults with depression commonly experience sadness or grief or may have other less obvious symptoms. They may report a lack of emotions rather than a depressed mood.

Feb 25, 2020 · Depression is a leading cause of disability in older adults. Unfortunately, some older adults receive little to no benefit from standard treatments for depression, such as …

Information about depression including the different types of depression, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to find help.