Many people care for loved ones – a role that can be challenging, especially when there are health conditions present. Multicultural societies make caregiving more complicated, especially for families who do not match the dominant culture of the society they’re in. This article examines one specific aspect of this topic – multicultural caregiving and mental […]
Mental Health
Here’s How Pets Can Reduce Anxiety And Depression In Seniors
Anxiety and depression are some of the most prevalent mental health problems throughout the world and seniors have a particularly high risk of developing these health conditions. In fact, a 2020 survey revealed that one in four adults ages 65 and up reported anxiety or depression. Having to deal with strong negative emotions can be overwhelming, and […]
Coping with the Role Reversal when Caring for Aging Parents
The term role reversal often comes up when talking about caregiving. It’s a logical idea, right? Suddenly you’re the one telling your parents what they need to do, trying to cajole them into a doctor’s visit, or even helping them out in the bathroom. How do you cope with this role reversal when caring for […]
Caregiving Is Not Rewarding. It’s A Journey Like No Other.
Caregiving is not rewarding. There. I’ve said it. That might sound like a strange sentiment, as there are certainly positive aspects to caregiving. We’ve talked about them at various points on this blog and many other authors have done the same. However, the line that caregiving is rewarding is getting old. Very old. Far too […]
What to Expect from Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
As you get older, it’s important to take control of your health through routine and preventative care. One way to do this is through a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV). This is free to all individuals on Medicare, with or without an advantage care plan or ‘supplement.’ Some seniors get confused about how it differs […]
Common Elderly Mental Health Issues and How to Deal With Them
As the world undergoes a demographic transition, its population will age rapidly, and adults aged 60 and above will face special physical and mental health challenges that can prove to be a massive problem for public health care institutions. Elderly mental health issues are one area that will need increased attention as the population ages. […]