There are differences in the rates of diagnosis and treatment for depression for community dwelling older adults who are members of ethnic minority groups.

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Research has shown that ethnic minority older adults are less likely to receive a diagnosis and treatment for depression compared to non-minority older adults. This disparity is due to various factors such as lack of access to health care, language barriers, and cultural stigmatization.

There Are Differences in the Rates of Diagnosis and Treatment