Table of Contents I. What is Depression? II. Are Depression Symptoms Different in Older Adults? a. Depression Symptoms b. Depression Symptoms in Older Adults III. What Causes Depression in Older Adults? a. Isolation b. Health Problems c. Fears IV. How is Depression Treated in Older Adults? What is Depression? Depression is a mental disorder that affects people of any age. While occasional feelings of sadness and despair are natural, lasting feelings are not a normal part of getting