Managing depression in older people with visual impairment.
The author describes the management of depression in older people with visual impairment. The concept of depression is defined, and the main classifications are outlined. The signs and symptoms of depression are presented and approaches to treatment are discussed. The role of the nurse in managing depression in older people with sight loss is discussed.
College of Health and Human Sciences, University of West London, Brentford, Middlesex. sue.watkinson@uwl.ac.uk
Susan
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Watkinson
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002386:Cataract / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D005902:Glaucoma, Open-Angle / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D008268:Macular Degeneration / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods; D006113:United Kingdom; D015354:Vision, Low / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology
D000928:Antidepressive Agents