“My grandmother lives in assisted living and is depressed?”
My grandmother lives in assisted living. I visit her every week but she seems to be suffering from depression. How can I help her?
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The medical staff should evaluate her for depression and rule out medical issues or medication interactions that can mimic depression. Apathy - lack of motivation and drive - can also mimic depression. Once a proper diagnosis is made, increased socialization, light exercise such as regular walking, and possibly an antidepressant may be indicated. Ashok J Bharucha, MD, MA Phone: 844-647-1455 FAX: 877-511-8663 In the event of an emergency, email is not an appropriate form of communication. If you are in a crisis, please call 911 or proceed to your nearest emergency room. All pertinent practice policies are also available
