Psychometric Properties of Geriatric Depression Scale (Malay Version) in Elderly with Cognitive Impairment
Background: Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) has been widely used in assessing depression in elderly population. Using the Ministry of Health Malaysia definition for elderly, this study aimed to examine the construct validity and reliability of the GDS (Malay version) in elderly with cognitive impai...
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Language: | English |
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2021
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Summary: | Background: Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) has been widely used in assessing depression in elderly population. Using the Ministry of Health Malaysia definition for elderly, this study aimed to examine the construct validity and reliability of the GDS (Malay version) in elderly with cognitive impairment in Malaysia. |
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DOI: | 10.21315/mjms2021.28.3.9 |