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The association of bone mineral density and depression in an older population
- Source :
- Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. June, 2001, Vol. 49 Issue 6, p732, 5 p.
- Publication Year :
- 2001
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Abstract
- In a study of 1,566 patients aged 65 and older a significant correlation was found between depression and low bone density. The researchers speculate that a third factor, perhaps a steroid imbalance, may be causing both conditions.
Details
- ISSN :
- 00028614
- Volume :
- 49
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.77418606