Try: Depression is unfortunately common in some care recipients cr however since depression in older crs is often the result of a difficult life situation or challenge any treatment plan should address this difference for example if loneliness is at the root of the depression medication alone is probably not going to cure the problem additionally any medical issues complicating the depression must also be addressed antidepressant treatment for the cr crs are more sensitive to drug side effects and vulnerable to interactions with other medicines they’re taking be aware of these possibilities and make sure the cr discusses them with a doctor alternative medicine for depression in the cr herbal remedies and natural supplements can also be effective in treating depression however some herbal supplements may cause interactions with certain medications or occasionally carry side effects so always check with a doctor examples include folic acid and omega-3 counseling and therapy for the cr therapy may work well on depression because it addresses the underlying causes of the depression rather than just the symptoms supportive counseling includes religious and peer counseling it can ease loneliness and the hopelessness of depression and help the cr find new purpose support groups for depression illness or bereavement connects the cr with others who are going through the same challenges they are a safe place to share experiences advice and encouragement note if the cr shows any of these symptoms consult a physician information references helpguide org

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