Most seniors enjoy good mental health.
Being mentally healthy means feeling good about yourself, interacting positively with others, and avoiding harmful behaviour. However, if it happens regularly and seems to go on and on, maybe it's more than just the blues. Perhaps it's depression. There are many unanswered questions about seniors and depression exactly how many seniors experience it, precisely what causes it, how it affects physical health, etc. Moreover, depression often goes undiagnosed in seniors because of preconceptions, misconceptions, or lack of expertise.