Alzheimer’s Disease: A Major Challenge in the Effective Treatment of Depression in the Elderly
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چکیده
The recent article by Snowden et al (1) is illuminating but does not mention the close relationship between late-life depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Late-life depression may actually be an early manifestation of Alzheimer’s disease itself. Failure to recognize subtle signs and symptoms can delay appropriate treatment, which is a major challenge in effectively treating depression in the elderly.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Preventing Chronic Disease
دوره 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008