CLEP Intro Edu Psych

Category - Development

Daniel is 75 years old. Lately he has felt very sad and hopeless. He has trouble sleeping and no longer enjoys activities. Which disorder common among elderly does this describe?
  1. Alzheimer’s disease
  2. Depression
  3. Heart disease
  4. Cancer
Explanation
Answer: B - Depression is very common among the elderly. Symptoms of depression include feelings of sadness or hopelessness, trouble sleeping, and loss of interest in activities. Some symptoms of depression, such as sleep disturbances and physical ailments, also occur as part of the normal aging process, and depression is therefore often overlooked among the elderly.
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