Which of the Following Statements Are True Regarding Depression in the Elderly

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true regarding depression in the elderly? (Select all that apply. )

• A)The highest rates are among individuals who receive long-term care.
• B)It is a normal consequence of aging.
• C)Most depressed older adults volunteer to share their feelings.
• D)Depression is higher in elderly women than elderly men.
• E)Older adults express feelings of depression in more subtle ways than younger persons.

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