Depression may increase Alzheimer's risk in people with memory problems
Tuesday, June 16, 2009 - 08:42
in Health & Medicine
People with memory problems who are depressed are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than those who aren't depressed, according to a new UCLA study. Researchers also found, however, that the popular Alzheimer's drug donepezil may help delay the progression to Alzheimer's in depressed individuals who suffer from mild cognitive impairment or memory problems.