Hiding dementia symptoms is a surprisingly common practice among seniors and it is a behavior that is actually associated with some pretty significant risks.
Mood and Mental Health
Together We Can Cope: A Caregiver’s Guide to Senior Anxiety
Anxiety is a significant condition that affects seniors as well as those younger. It can also be tricky to understand, which is why this post discusses the area.
Common Elderly Mental Health Issues and How to Deal With Them
When talking about seniors, we often focus on physical health. Yet, mental health remains a significant area as well. After all, a person’s mental health affects their quality of life and poor mental health can lead to physical issues, especially as mental health impacts decisions. Mental health can also be challenging, as there is no one-size-fits-all solution. […]
Multicultural Caregiving and Mental Health: Addressing Stigma and Providing Support
These days, few people can deny the importance of mental health. Yet, actually finding the mental health support you need can be surprisingly tricky. Getting support is even more challenging when you’re part of a minority group, as people on the outside may not understand the specific challenges you face or how to help you. […]
11 Tips for Caring for Seniors with Mental Disorders
Caring for seniors with mental disorders is a responsibility that requires compassion, patience, and understanding. People of all ages, including seniors, can face a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. There are also other conditions that affect the mind, including cognitive decline and dementia. Some of these conditions may […]
The Unexpected Nature of Grief for Caregivers
At its most simple, grief is the way we respond to loss. It often includes intense emotions, particularly sadness and emptiness. Such emotions can be incredibly overwhelming and take time to process. Most conversations about grief focus on what happens after the death of a loved one and rightfully so, as the sense of loss […]