BIPOLAR Occasional irritability and moodiness are common as the aging progresses. This is usually due to the assorted aches and pains that are felt as the body grows older. However, if the behaviors or moods become extreme, this could indicate the onset of Bipolar disorder later in life. Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder […]
ANXIETY Anxiety is common among older adults as they often contract illnesses, encounter unfamiliar social interactions, and experience frightening events. Feeling anxious or nervous in these situations is a common emotion for people of all ages and a normal reaction to stress. But when one feels anxious often and the Anxiety is overwhelming and these […]
DEPRESSION WITH ALZHEIMER’S Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, can often lead to Depression in older adults. In many cases, older adults become depressed when they realize that their memory and ability to function is not as strong as it used to be. Together, Depression and Alzheimer’s can cause other symptoms. Many who are […]
PTSD / TRAUMA Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Seniors may be at a higher risk for developing Posttraumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) following a traumatic event or having symptoms re-emerge later in life, compared to other groups of people in our society.Research has shown that approximately 70% of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic […]
OCD Obsessive Compulsive Disorder One of the most common mental illnesses in America, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder that is prevalent among seniors. Obsessive-Compulsive thoughts and actions take up time and energy. Seniors suffering from OCD may not be able to maintain a healthy, daily routine while trying to manage these distractions. As the […]
BEREAVEMENT / GRIEF Coping with the death of a loved one can be difficult for anyone. But for a senior, the experience can be a greater struggle. Health problems, loss of independence, loneliness, and other issues that accompany growing older can compound and heighten grief. Moreover, an emotional support system that used to exist may […]
DEPRESSION Depression is a common problem among older adults, but it is not a normal part of aging. Certain life experiences that happen as we get older such as the death of a loved one, moving from work into retirement, or dealing with a serious illness, can leave people feeling sad or anxious. Many times, […]