Now the two halves of the vertebral body are connected through a disc. This is the normal structure of the vertebrae in the body. However, in Anterolisthesis the upper vertebral body tends to slip forward and lies abnormally as compared to the second vertebral body.
Depression can also have potentially harmful effects on an older adult's health in other ways. Depression can lead to eating habits that result in obesity or, conversely, can cause a significant loss of appetite and diminished energy levels, sometimes resulting in a condition known as geriatric anorexia.
Sometimes referred to as the three Dâs of Geriatric Psychiatry, delirium, dementia, and depression represent some of the most common and challenging diagnoses for older adults in primary care. They can be unsettling for patients and their caregivers, they are often challenging to diagnose, and they can impact quality of life.