Date of Award
1999
Document Type
Thesis
Publisher
Edith Cowan University
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts Honours
Faculty
Faculty of Health and Human Sciences
First Supervisor
Ed Helmes
Abstract
Depression in older adults can have fatal consequences if undetected and not treated. Comparisons of studies are difficult because of the lack of methodical consistency. The literature is reviewed with regard to the definition, prevalence, consequences, recognition, treatment and prognosis of depression in relation to general practitioners (GPs) and with particularly regard to elderly males. The research indicates poor recognition and treatment of depression in older adults, despite the research indicating that older adults have a similar prognosis as younger adults, when the depression is treated. Factors influencing the detection of depression are included.
Recommended Citation
Duggan, G. M. (1999). General Practitioners and Depression in Older Adult Males : Ageism, Physical Problems and Treatment. Edith Cowan University. https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses_hons/806