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Zinc deficiency is common in several psychiatric disorders
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2013)
Background: Mounting evidence suggests a link between low zinc levels and depression. There is, however, little knowledge about zinc levels in older persons with other psychiatric diagnoses. Therefore, we explore the zinc status of elderly patients suffering from a wide range of psychiatric disorders.
Methods: Clinical data and blood samples for zinc analyzes were collected from 100 psychogeriatric ...
Vitamin D deficiency is common in psychogeriatric patients, independent of diagnosis
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2014-05-08)
Background:Previous studies have found an association between psychiatric disorders and vitamin D deficiency, but most studies have focused on depression. This study aimed to establish the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in elderly patients with a wider range of psychiatric diagnoses.
Method:
The study included elderly patients (>64 years) referred to a psychiatric hospital in Northern Norway ...