The Economic, Public Health, and Caregiver Burden of Late-life Depression

What is it about?

Late-life depression is a major public health problem for older adults, and many people think that depression is a normal part of aging. There are multiple burdens associated with late-life depression, for the individual and their social network.

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Why is it important?

Basic, epidemiologic, and health services research should focus more resources and attention on this devastating and costly, yet treatable illness.