Study on how depression affects older women’s health
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how depression impacts the health and social life of older women. It aims to understand the effects of depression so care and support can improve.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 55 years old
- Be a woman
- Not have a hearing problem that affects taking part
- Not have a speech problem that affects taking part
- Not have a mental impairment that affects understanding or answering questions
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