Conditions Managed Through Specialised Care at Manasa Neuropsychiatric Hospital

Depression in Old Age

Depression in old age, also known as late-life depression or geriatric depression, refers to depressive symptoms that occur in older adults. It can be triggered by factors such as physical health problems, social isolation or loss of loved ones. Symptoms may include persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep patterns and thoughts of death or suicide.