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Dolly Parton reported overlooking personal health concerns while caring for her husband, illustrating how caregiving can delay attention to symptoms. No unifying diagnosis or cause of death was disclosed.

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Consumer-facing guidance from Verywell Mind highlights how depression in adults over 60 frequently manifests as somatic complaints, cognitive changes, and social withdrawal rather than overt mood symptoms.

“Careers are long, but childhood is short. Our patients matter deeply and depend on us, but our families need us in ways no one else can replace.” – Dr. Luis G. León-Alvarado