Treating depression can be a tricky thing. Unfortunately, not all forms of depression respond well (or at all) to traditional treatments. But, a recent study may provide some surprising insight into one of the driving factors in elderly depression. Depression & Inflammation According to this study, depression and inflammation are linked. More evidence regarding this connection…
DetailsThe Alzheimer’s Association estimates that approximately 5.3 million Americans are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, one in three seniors will die from Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Such staggering statistics may seem dismal, but there is hope on the horizon with recent research findings. Researchers from the University of Southampton in England have…
DetailsTurmeric is a spice that has been the subject of many studies with respect to easing one of the most debilitating aspects of old age – dementia. It contains a powerful antioxidant called curcumin and is used widely in India where some of the lowest rates of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease occur. Dementia from Alzheimer’s…
DetailsMuscle loss and aging typically go hand in hand. As people age, they naturally suffer a loss of physical muscle and mass. This often affects their gait and balance. Unfortunately, weakened muscles and diminished strength are frequently the cause of elderly falls and fractures. While some loss is normal, extreme loss can be caused by…
DetailsThe Geriatric Care Manager shows up to check on her 78-year-old client. She notices the elderly man is gaunter and noticeably thinner than when she started the case. From week to week, the piles of mail seem to grow and the dishes seem to wait all week for the once per week cleaning woman to…
DetailsDid You Know there is a Disorder that Makes the Winter Difficult for Many? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) was formally described and named as a component of depression in 1984 by Norman Rosenthal, M.D. and his colleagues at the National Institute of Mental Health. It is estimated that as many as 9 percent of individuals living…
DetailsThere seems to be a big gap with respect to caring for seniors in terms of reporting and screening for elderly falls. The elderly, their caregivers, and healthcare providers all share responsibility. They need to pay more attention to the warning signs that a senior is at risk of an elderly fall. Failure to Report…
DetailsThe holidays are over. While there is a lot of information about holiday blues, there is also a similar issue with post-holiday depression. Everyone has returned home after many fun-filled days of presents and fabulous meals. With the family holiday visits a thing of the past, many elderly may come down with the post-holiday blues.…
DetailsAdapting your home, or elderproofing it, to make it easier for your loved one who may be suffering from Parkinson’s disease to move around and perform daily activities will go a long way toward improving their quality of life and reducing the risk of accidents along the way. We have isolated 4 keys ways for…
DetailsThe winter months are a difficult time for the elderly. The usual stresses of making trips to the grocery and eating healthily, getting to appointments, visiting with friends and family, and avoiding slips and falls become intensified as the weather and road conditions worsen. Ensuring the health of your aging loved one during this time…
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