Mental health of older adults

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This fact sheet explains the prevelance of mental health problems in older adults and how these problems are under-identified within this population. Risk factors for mental health problems are discussed, along with the specific conditions of dementia and depression. Treatment strategies are described.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO), 2017.
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets

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World Health Organization (WHO)
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