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Down but not out
— older people with depression | | Author(s) | Martin Curtice |
| Journal title | BGS Newsletter, issue 18, October 2008 |
| Publisher | British Geriatrics Society - BGS, October 2008 |
| Pages | pp 14-17 |
| Source | http://www.bgsnet.org.uk |
| Keywords | Depression ; Medical care ; Ageism. |
| Annotation | The recent report by Age Concern England, 'Undiagnosed, untreated, at risk: the experiences of older people with depression' (ACE, 2008), highlights the "scandalous treatment" of older people suffering from depression. This article outlines the report's findings, which point to ageism in the treatment of depression in older people, but notes the Government's intentions towards age equality in health and social care. It discusses three obstacles to recovery: lack of awareness and negative attitudes; ageist attitudes among health professionals; and a system that discriminates against older people. It notes Age Concern's three-point plan to improve the lives of older people with depression: encourage them to seek help; ensure they are correctly diagnosed; and ensure they get the treatment they need. (RH). |
| Accession Number | CPA-081104211 A |
| Classmark | ENR: LK: B:TOB |
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