"Everyone feels sad or blue sometimes. It is a natural part of life. But when the sadness persists and interferes with everyday life, it may be depression. Depression is not a normal part of growing older. It is a treatable medical illness, much like heart disease or diabetes." —Geriatric Mental Health Foundation Depression among the young population is alarmingly increasing in rate. The same is true for the senior group. The difference is that most people fail to recognize the signs and symptoms of depression among the elders, believing that they are just a natural part of old age. Well, they are not.