Depression Masking as Dementia
Downloadable Tools and Tips:
Click the links to view or right click to print or save to your computer.
- Tips for Helping an Elderly Depressed Person
- Understanding the Difference Between Dementia and Depression
Web Resources:
Click the links below to access resource Web sites to find out more about depression masking as dementia.
Includes a scale to differentiate between depression and dementia and how
to receive help.
Provides information about treatment options for both Alzheimer’s and
depression.
Interactive tutorial that is a self screening tool that can be used to
assist in determining if depression is present and how best to proceed if it
is.
Provides an informative comparison of Alzheimer’s and depression.
National Guideline Clearinghouse
Information from a study describing characteristics that increase the risk of
depression and some recommended tests for screening.
Downloadable guideline from the American Academy of Neurology entitled
“Screening and Treatment for Depression, Dementia, and Psychosis with
Parkinson Disease.”
Provides concise facts on depression in older adults, as well as links for more
information.
The link for free access to Medline search, the National Library of Medicine’s
search service that provides access to over 11 million articles.
