This recent infographic on elderly depression facts and how to help an elderly person with depression was prepared by Juno Medical. Elderly depression is estimated to be the leading cause of health issues and disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. A sharp increase in the number of people with depression over a 10-year …
Senior Depression How to Help
Senior depression often can go undetected. Many times the signs are seen as symptoms of other conditions such as Alzheimer’s or dementia, general aging changes and social/emotional changes due to retirement and other life changes. This is a very serious condition, and often times loved ones have no idea how to help. So, how can you help …
Elderly Depression Treatment
Elderly depression treatment can be difficult. Anyone can develop elderly depression, and seniors have an increased chance the longer they age. Some elderly people may experience life changes such as financial, health and even spiritual changes, which can lead to sadness, feelings of isolation and hopelessness. Although the “blues” can strike …
Elderly Depression Causes
Elderly depression causes many issues for older adults. The chance for depression increases as we age. Aging can deliver physical, financial, spiritual and mental challenges some of which may be difficult to deal with. Many life changes such as health problems or fixed income issues can get seniors down once in a while, but when a senior doesn’t …
Urinary incontinence among older adults
Urinary incontinence affects 13 million people in America, mostly older adults. Urinary incontinence is when urine leaks from the bladder involuntarily. It means that the bladder is unable to prevent urine from seeping, which can be due to number of reasons. Urinary incontinence is a very common issue and, although it has the potential to affect …