Turns out that listening to music may stimulate more health benefits than you may have realized! In addition to being a great motivator during exercise, studies show that music may have a positive imp
Depression Resources Online
Depression – 1 in 10 people will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime and not only that, but depression can fuel other disorders like chronic anxiety and even substance abuse – and vice vers
Talking With Loved Ones When They Are Depressed
With depression affecting approximately 9.5% of American adults in a given year, knowing how to talk with a friend or loved one whom you feel may be depressed is an important skill to have. Because th
Am I Experiencing Depression or Grieving?
Although the two overlap, there are distinct differences between depression and grieving. Identifying these differences in the elderly is a bit more challenging mainly due to other age related changes
Tips to Help Older Adults Avoid Isolation
People are social creatures by habit, but need for social interaction increases tenfold as we grow older. More often than not, older adults have to face isolation in one form or the other, which isn’t
How to Take Care of Older Adults with Depression
Until recently, depression in seniors used to be dismissed as a symptom of aging, and was not associated with the disorder itself. It was generally taken more seriously in teenagers. However, recent s
10 Mental Health and Recovery Resources for Seniors
7% of people (that’s over 20 million in the US) have a major depressive disorder (1). More than HALF of these people do not get the treatment they need (2). We hope the following resources can guide y
5 Signs Indicating the Need for Caregiver Services
Have you been thinking of hiring Caregiver services for aging loved ones? Maybe, maybe not, but after reading this report, you will be better informed about the next line of action.
When you have an a
Aging and Depression
Old age is often portrayed as a time of rest, reflection and opportunities to do things that were put off while raising families and pursuing careers.
Unfortunately, the aging process is not always so