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Senior Mental Health
Late adulthood has many common life changes and events that can impact a person’s mental health. Retirement, physiological changes, new or evolving health conditions, medication side effects, loss and change of social circles, downsizing, and more can all impact a person’s emotional wellness. Older adults can face mental health issues because this age group has many life changes to face.
It’s important to understand the mental health challenges that seniors may face, how to identify struggles in yourself or a loved one, and how to seek help and maintain mental health through late adulthood. These resources explore senior mental health issues and offer insight on supporting yourself or your senior loved one.
Shattering the Stigma: Debunking Myths About Seniors’ Mental Health
While wrinkles and aches often dominate the conversation about aging, a crucial piece often goes missing: mental health. Conversations around mental health tend to focus on younger generations, leaving seniors’ experiences shrouded with misconceptions. A more supportive approach starts with debunking these myths: Depression isn’t a normal part of aging, but the pervasive “grumpy” senior […]
6 Mindfulness Activities for Senior Wellness
Meditation has been around for thousands of years, but its positive effects weren’t studied until nearly 50 years ago. Practicing mindfulness and meditation can ease stress while calming anxiety and depression. Research shows that meditation can increase focus, improve memory, and enhance creativity. Embracing mindfulness empowers you to live with intention, making physical and lifestyle […]
Beyond Medications: How Financial Stress Affects Seniors’ Well-being
Financial anxiety impacts people of all ages, especially seniors. When older adults worry about supporting themselves on a low income, their physical and mental health can suffer. Recognizing how financial anxiety affects seniors’ health can lead them to healthier, more efficient ways of managing their money while keeping their well-being in check. The Cost of […]
Breaking the Silence on Mental Health for Seniors
In the past few years, our society has become more open about mental health. While the topic is less taboo now, most of the attention surrounding mental health focuses on how it affects younger people, leaving older populations in the dark about these issues. We need to remember that the elderly experience mental illness just […]
Loneliness, Isolation and Depression in Older Adults
I remember going to visit my great grandmother at the nursing home in 1986. Upon walking in the main entrance, our family was greeted by a line-up of senior citizens in their wheelchairs, eagerly waiting to see who was entering their home. A shy young 12-year-old, I felt uncomfortable. I wasn’t capable of seeing the […]
Thriving Through Active Aging: Nurturing Physical and Mental Well-Being in Seniors
Oasis Senior Advisors is your trusted partner in the pursuit of supporting and enhancing the well-being of seniors. As healthcare professionals, we recognize the pivotal role that physical activity and mental stimulation play in promoting active aging and overall vitality. In this article, we’ll discuss the profound significance of these factors and provide invaluable insights […]
Combating Loneliness and Social Isolation
Seniors Can Still Grow Their Social Network People generally are social by nature, and high-quality social relationships can help us all live longer, healthier lives. However, older adults often find themselves unexpectedly alone due to factors like the death of a spouse or partner, physical distance from friends or family, or loss of transportation and […]
The Stress of Fireworks on Seniors
Reducing Sensitivity and Confusion for Those with PTSD and Dementia While most of us enjoy the excitement and beauty of fireworks around Independence Day, these explosive displays can be anything but a reason to celebrate for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and seniors with dementia. Random explosions and noises from Fourth of July celebrations […]
LGBTQ+ Seniors Aspire to Thrive, Not Hide While Aging
Creating an Inclusive Community National studies reveal that many seniors in the lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBTQ+) community are worried they will not have the caregiving support they will need while aging. Uneasy about entering a senior living community, they often fear they’ll need to hide their LGBTQ+ identity to avoid discrimination or harassment. […]
The Alarming Numbers on Geriatric Suicide
Effective suicide prevention starts with all of us Older adults make up 12% of the US population, but account for 18% of all suicide deaths. The number rises even higher for those over age 85, with elderly males having the highest risk among all older adults. Seniors have been particularly vulnerable to the psychological health […]