Key features of depression and its management in general practice.
 
 

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1. Sleep disturbance is a useful indicator of depression in old age.
2. Decline in appetite is a useful indicator of depression in old age.
3. Anxiety is a useful indicator of depression in old age.
4. Depression is less likely to become chronic in old age.
5. Biological symptoms of depression in the elderly tend to get worse over time.
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3. Anxiety is a useful indicator of depression in old age.

Author's answer: True.

Anxiety in elderly people is often secondary to depression. If features of depression are present, the depression should be treated first.