title: Depression in the elderly.
abstract: Depression in the elderly can be difficult to diagnose but often responds well to treatment. In treating late-life depression, we have the satisfaction not only of relieving our patients' distress but very likely of prolonging their lives as well.
authors.affiliation: Department of Psychiatry and Neuroscience Program, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210-1228.
authors.forename: S L
authors.initials: SL
authors.lastname: Stern
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003376:Counseling; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D004565:Electroconvulsive Therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011613:Psychotherapy
chemical_list: D000928:Antidepressive Agents