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What is the most common mental health diagnosis in late adulthood? A look at anxiety and depression

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 14% of adults aged 60 and over live with a mental disorder. When asking, "What is the most common mental health diagnosis in late adulthood?" the answer often comes down to two highly prevalent, and often co-occurring, conditions: anxiety and depression. These are not a normal part of aging but are treatable medical conditions that require attention.