Sources of discrimination in the mental health care of the elderly include:
A) language barriers that interfere with medical and mental health care.
B) need for care in a skilled facility.
C) lack of good-quality wellness programs.
D) combination of substance abuse and depression.

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Language barriers can prevent elderly patients from effectively communicating with healthcare providers, leading to misunderstandings and inadequate care, which is a form of discrimination.

Sources of Discrimination in the Mental Health Care of the Elderly