Características multidimensionales de la salud de los ancianos con síntomas depresivos
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2016v19i1p339-357Palabras clave:
Salud del anciano, Depresión, Atención Primaria de Salud.Resumen
The objective of the study was to analyze the multidimensional characteristics of elderly health with depressive symptoms. Descriptive and exploratory study, carried out with 12 elderly people with a pre-disposition for depressive symptoms, evaluated by instruments of humor evaluation, cognition, functionality and vulnerability. Data were analyzed relative to relative frequency and discussed in light of national health policies for the elderly. The results allowed us to know the health characteristics of the elderly with depressive symptoms, especially the elderly with severe pre-disposition, who presented greater vulnerability and cognitive decline, however, the elderly with moderate pre-disposition to depression should be evaluated for prevention Of injuries.