Research Progress of Geriatric Depression in China

Geriatric depression is a common mental health problem in the elderly population, and its influence cannot be ignored. This paper discusses the definition of senile depression, the application of assessment tools, the current prevalence and the causes of geriatric depression. At the same time, by comparing the international and domestic research progress on intervention strategies for geriatric depression, this paper reveals the current research deficiencies in this field in China. In view of these deficiencies, this paper puts forward the prospect of future research, hoping to provide valuable reference and reference for the in-depth promotion of the prevention and treatment of geriatric depression in China, and make greater contributions to improving the quality of life of the elderly.