WHO: Let’s talk about depression – focus on older people

Depression among older people is common. Yet is it often overlooked. Loneliness and loss of independence are among the causes. Depression can impact on people’s ability to carry out even the simplest everyday tasks, with sometimes devastating consequences for relationships with family and friends. At worst, depression can lead to suicide. Yet depression can be prevented and treated. A better understanding of depression will help reduce the stigma associated with the condition, and lead to more people seeking help.

This short video, focusing on depression among older people, highlights some of the causes of depression in this age group and the importance of talking as the first step towards getting help.

This video has been produced as part of the World Health Organization’s “Depression: let’s talk” campaign, which began on 10 October 2016 and runs for one year.

Find more information on the campaign website

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[robotaholic]

Overtaking just pushes people away. 🙄

[delicatemoves]

I am old too. However, some older people push people away. They will ask someone every time they seem them about, "When are you getting married?" The people tell them they never want marriage and that elderly person will go over and over the same question literally 250 times until people just stop seeing them.

[TotalLifeTherapy]

Depression in older adults is often overlooked but deserves attention. Let’s break the stigma and support mental health at every age. 💙✨

[lloydclement]

We have been conditioned to believe what we see on Television and social media forums. We see good looking people enjoying happy lives with lots of money and big smiles. Reality is not unicorns and rainbows...sorry to convey that fact. Expectations should be within reason that can be controlled. Depression is a factor that has to be thought out as rational. It is the mind that has to be put in check and the mind can do that if there is a personal focus. It is OK to use the power of prayer and ask God to carry you. But fighting the depression monster should be an obsession...fight!

[cancherla]

Yes I have posted this on Facebook Page !!
Lol n Laughter as everyone joins the "Let's Talk" Campaign !!

[nunata]

it is a major concern for family physician

[РусланСемикашев-щн]

Hello, I'm from Russia. Do you have psychologists? I've been unemployed for more than 5-6 years. I've lived almost my entire life on my parents' money or on my dad's money. My mom constantly scolds me: "All the scandals and conflicts in the house are only because Ruslan doesn't work and doesn't have his own money." What should I do?
My mom and dad constantly scold me. They have conflicts with me. It's hard for me.

[vishwasdani]

What are you trying to tell in just 31 seconds on such vital topic?

[РусланСемикашев-щн]

I have no money. I am sick. I have deformities and diseases on my body. I have no job. I am 34 years old. I have no wife and no children. I do not have my own pet. I do not have my own home. I live in my parents' house. How can I help?

[PHanomaly]

Older doesnt necessarily mean GERIATRIC. Stop making these people look like they are in Gods waiting room, if you want effective messaging!