Depression Screening for Older Adults

The learner will:

  • Review the impact of depression in older adults.
  • Describe the procedures for conducting basic depression screening assessments, including the Geriatric Depression Scale and the Patient Health Questionnaire - PHQ-9.
  • Summarize the importance and process of referral.
  • Summarize the various treatments for depression.


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UM Montana Geriatric Education Center
UM Montana Geriatric Education Center

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