Insomnia May Perpetuate Depression In Some Elderly Patients

April 01st, 2008 | Category: Depression

In addition to being a risk factor for a depressive episode, persistent insomnia may perpetuate the illness in some elderly patients, and particularly in those receiving standard care for depression in primary care settings,

according to a study published in the April 1 issue of the journal SLEEP. The study, authored by Wilfred R.

Original post by Women’s Health / Gynecology News From Medical News Today

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