Emotional distress, physical illness and functional impairment in community dwelling older adults in South Eastern Nigeria-a report from the 1066 group

Geriatric depression in advanced cancer patients: The effect of cognitive and physical functioning

“…8,9 Depression, cognitive impairment and disability often coexist in the elderly, and contribute to detrimental consequences, 10,11 as they might affect patients' functioning and quality of life. 12 Cognitive impairment increases the risk of depression and is associated with impairment in activities of daily living. 13 Furthermore, depression, cognitive impairment, and disability are independent contributors to increased medical morbidity and mortality.…”