Question

Depression among the elderly is on the rise and often goes unnoticed. Most Gerontologists now believe that it is an extremely common psychiatric disorders among the elderly – with half of all cases going undiagnosed. When elderly parents become depressed (many of them come from a generation not accustomed to talking about their mental health), it can be difficult to know how to respond. Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?

• A. Gerontologists unanimously agree on the prevalence of depression in the elderly
• B. Depression is increasingly prevalent among the elderly
• C. If the elderly talk more often, it is easy to detect if they have depression
• D. While they may not talk about mental health, the elderly are very aware about the condition

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Depression is increasingly prevalent among the elderly

Answer 2

The correct option is (B): Depression is increasingly prevalent among the elderly