Depression and dementia prevention: A scoping review of non‐pharmacological interventions for the treatment of depression in mid‐to‐older age minority ethnic populations

A need for ME focused non-pharmacological interventions for depression in the UK was indicated. A greater focus is required on recruiting people of ME backgrounds over the age of 40 for randomised controlled trials. This is an under-represented group both in research and within mental health services. It is recommended that non-pharmacological interventions for depression are culturally adapted and co-produced with the target population. Cognitive deficits in depression are common but overlooked, it is recommended that assessment of cognition is made part of treatment. This will identify areas of need to support functional recovery of depression, to reduce the risk of relapse, and potentially prevent long-term conditions such as dementia.