About Alzheimer's / Dementia: How to Spot the Signs of Depression in Dementia

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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia Depression in someone with Alzheimer's and other dementias can be tricky to spot. While some people might become more tearful and express feelings of sadness, others might display less obvious signs. Learn about the symptoms of depression in dementia, two common screening tests used to detect it, and ways (including medication and non-drug interventions) to treat depression in dementia. The Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia Learn how this screening uses observations from others to assist in detecting depression in someone with dementia, as well as the effectiveness of the Cornell scale according to research. Read more Search Related Topics:  symptoms of depression in dementia  treatment of depression in dementia  non-drug approaches The Geriatric Depression Scale The Geriatric Depression Scale: Is it useful in determining if someone who has dementia has depression? How is it administered? Learn more Search Related Topics:  symptoms of depression in dementia  treating depression in dementia  medications for depression in alzheimer's Recognizing the Symptoms of Depression in Dementia Would you know depression if you saw it? Depression is a fairly common experience for people with dementia. The Alzheimer's Association estimates that approximately 40% of people with Alzheimer's and related disorders suffer from depression. However, while common, it is not normal, nor... Read more Search Related Topics:  symptoms of dementia  treatment of depression in dementia  anxiety in alzheimer's Treatment of Depression in Dementia How can you help someone who has depression and dementia? Are medications the only effective treatment, or are there other approaches that you can use to help? Learn more Search Related Topics:  symptoms of depression in dementia  non-drug approaches  treating anxiety in alzheimer's Related Searches Alzheimers Symptoms Alzheimers Dementia Alzheimer 'S Signs Signs of Depression Alzheimers Disease Featured Articles Information for Alzheimer's Caregivers Preventing Alzheimer's Disease Working With Your Doctor Resources and Services Books, Mags, and Movies Glossary   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema, MSW Alzheimer's / Dementia Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Coping With Alzheimer's Disease Advertisement