Factors associated with anxiety and depression in the elderly: An integrative review

Abstract

Objective: To know the factors associated with anxiety and depression in the elderly. Method: descriptive, exploratory study with a qualitative approach of the integrative review type. Using the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciElo) and Google Scholar platforms as databases, including articles from 2012 to 2022. Results: Seven articles were selected for this study that suited the theme and after the inclusion criteria filter, all articles had a quantitative approach and the vast majority were descriptive, the articles cited sex, age and marital status as factors associated with depression and anxiety. Conclusion: The literature is vast when it comes to depression, but still scarce when it comes to anxiety. It was understood that the feelings and factors related to anxiety and depression, as well as the importance of a team able to deal with issues related to the mental health of the elderly, is fundamental.