There are mental and physical health risks connected to social isolation. It has been connected to increased mortality as well as to an increased risk of falls and hospital admission. If you feel lonely or are experiencing social isolation, reach out to talk through your feelings. What is Social Isolation? While some who are socially… Read More »
Early Warning Signs of Mental Health Issues
Senior citizens and older adults often experience mental health issues. In fact, 20% of people age 55 years or older experience some type of mental health concern according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So don’t make the mistake of dismissing warning signs of mental health issues as a normal aspect of aging.… Read More »
Dealing with Life After Loss
When you are trying to cope, dealing with life after loss, it can be very, very difficult. When we lose someone close to us, particularly if it is a family member or a lifelong friend, the grief can be an exceptionally powerful force in our day-to-day lives. While we can logically understand that loss is… Read More »
If You Feel Lonely, Try Counseling
Feeling lonely at times is part of being human. Some feel lonely for moments, yet others feel lonely most of the time. While people feel lonely at every ages for different reasons, loneliness is often more common in older people. Older adults can feel cut off from society and the people they love. Depression, stress,… Read More »
How to Help a Lonely Parent
Many adult children worry that their parents are lonely. Especially if their parents are single or widowed. Sometimes this is because their parent has experienced the loss of a spouse or best friend. In addition, these losses can be combined with physical issues and decreasing opportunities to socialize. Combined, older adults can experience feelings of… Read More »
You Are Never Too Old
People are living longer than they have in previous generations. As you age, it is important to remember that you are never too old to create the life you want. Creating happiness is something that can be done at any age, yet it is common for people to equate aging with the idea of being… Read More »
Holiday Mental Health – 5 Tips
If you are seeking a good holiday mental health this season, it’s important to keep a few things in mind. Many experience depression, anxiety and stress during the holidays, so if this is a challenge for you, know that you are not alone. It is a time of year many of us are expected to… Read More »
Facts About Senior Isolation You Need to Know About
Feelings of loneliness and isolation can greatly affect the seniors’ health. It’s a silent killer. Understanding the consequences of isolation and loneliness can help you know why it’s important to help seniors out of the darkness. Senior Isolation Prevalence The U.S. Census Bureau reports that approximately 11 million seniors lived alone in 2010. Seniors who… Read More »
What to Do When You Catch Yourself Saying “I Am So Lonely”
Loneliness is a hard feeling to deal with at any age, especially during retirement. Throughout your life, there were probably times when you wanted some peace. You may have had so many people around you that you yearned for time to yourself. At that time, loneliness would have been a welcomed retreat from life. Now,… Read More »
How to Cope with Depression During the Holidays
Everyone says the holidays are supposed to be a joyous time of year. Are they really that joyous? For some people, it really is a magical time. Unfortunately for many people, particularly seniors, it’s not as happy as everyone makes it out to be. These people feel dread, sadness, and loneliness. Depression during the holidays… Read More »
