Sad woman sitting against a window. The American Psychiatric Association defines depression as “a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how ...

They say the key things that help people as they age – a good diet, a supportive network and exercise – are all tools that ...

Experiencing depression as an older adult can indicate that a person has dementia, according to a new study. Doctors should view older adults who experience depression later in life as possibly having ...

Treating late-life depression pharmacologically presents unique challenges due to age-related changes in drug absorption and ...

Learn how genetic testing can help find the right mental health medication for seniors struggling with depression. Empower ...

Recent evidence indicates that vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids may improve depressive symptoms in some older adults. A new study focused on late-life depression and whether these supplements are ...

Depression can strike at any age, but new data highlights its significant impact on older adults, where it is the most common mental health condition. Around one in five people in later life ...

A large-scale study of older Australians finds that diets high in ultra-processed food may quietly erode mental wellbeing—boosting depression risk and undermining quality of life, even without ...

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Researchers discovered that older adults who work less than full-time, especially those who are financially comfortable, face a higher risk of depression, suggesting that less work doesn’t always mean ...