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Health Policy and Economic Aspects of Late-Life Depression Prevention

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Prevention of Late-Life Depression

Part of the book series: Aging Medicine ((AGME,volume 9))

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We discuss the policy and economic implications of preventing depression among older adults. An overview of the US and global burden of late-life depression is provided, with special attention to numbers affected, quality of life impact, and estimated healthcare costs. Next, using both text and table illustrations, we summarize current policies and recommendations regarding screening for depression among older adults—as early detection activities are key elements in developing depression prevention strategies. Finally, we discuss current evidence from cost-benefit analysis studies of primary and secondary prevention of late-life depression.

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Singh, A., Okereke, O.I. (2015). Health Policy and Economic Aspects of Late-Life Depression Prevention. In: Okereke, O. (eds) Prevention of Late-Life Depression. Aging Medicine, vol 9. Humana Press, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-16045-0_9

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