While genetics and life events can contribute to depression, a new study from Colorado State University has found that social isolation is one of the biggest risk factors, especially for older adults.

Hard-wired for social connection, humans traditionally have lived in multi-generational groups in which older people, after raising their children and helping with grandchildren, would be cared for by ...

Osteoarthritis was not associated with cognitive decline, though patients with OA and comorbid depression faced a greater risk for cognitive impairment.

Even though clinical depression in older people is common, that doesn't mean it's normal. Research shows that late-life depression affects about 6 million Americans ages 65 and older, but only 10% get ...

Studies show that eating oranges daily, regular exercise, and certain medications can lower depression risk by up to 40%, ...

Older age, the onset of depression and increased loneliness can significantly contribute to the risk of dementia and cognitive decline, according to two separate studies.

Scientists at Karolinska Institutet have found that duloxetine, a commonly used antidepressant, may also have benefits for memory and thinking abilities in older adults. Their findings, published in ...

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As many as 50% of older adults struggle to fall or stay asleep ... dementia, anxiety and depression — and it can also make you much more likely to fall down, which can be serious for seniors.

Older adults who lack internet access are at a significantly higher risk of developing depressive symptoms, especially those with limited familial support or lower income levels, according to a new ...

Older adults with more smartphone usage had poorer sleep quality, according to a new study. Depression and loneliness played a significant role in making sleep quality even worse.

A comprehensive meta-analysis published in Nature Mental Health reveals that group arts programs produce meaningful improvements in mental health for adults over 55. Researchers who analyzed 39 ...