Depression and Dementia in Aging Adults with Down Syndrome: A Case Study Approach.

Sung, Hyunsook; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ541016

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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Depression and Dementia in Aging Adults with Down Syndrome: A Case Study Approach.

Sung, Hyunsook; And Others

Mental Retardation, v35 n1 p27-38 Feb 1997

A case study of three adults (ages 46-47) with Down syndrome investigated the patterns of symptoms associated with depression and dementia. Characteristics that distinguish between dementia and depression in adults with Down syndrome are described. Periodic comprehensive assessment of adults with Down syndrome to detect functioning changes is urged, in order to provide them with appropriate rehabilitation services. (CR)

Descriptors: Adults, Case Studies, Clinical Diagnosis, Dementia, Depression (Psychology), Disability Identification, Downs Syndrome, Individual Characteristics, Psychological Patterns, Rehabilitation, Symptoms (Individual Disorders)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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