Prolonged Use of Antidepressants Among Older People Residing in Long-Term Care Facilities

Antidepressants are commonly used by older people and use increases during transition to long-term care facilities (LTCFs); however, little is known regarding duration of use following LTCF entry. This study aimed to examine duration of antidepressant use among new and existing antidepressant users after LTCF entry.