Treatment for cancer and depression in a female with intellectual disability

Identifying depression in those with an intellectual disability can be difficult as symptoms may differ from those usually observed in the general population. The anti‐oestrogen medication tamoxifen is widely used for the treatment of breast cancer and clinically relevant depression may be a common side‐effect. Here, the authors discuss a case that highlights the importance for mental health professionals managing individuals with an intellectual disability and cancer to consider all possible causes of a change in mood or behaviour, so that the diagnosis and treatment of depression in this vulnerable group is not neglected.
Source: Progress in Neurology and Psychiatry - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Case notes Source Type: research