2021年9月8日 · We learned that growing old and approaching the end of life create unique sets of circumstances such as loss, physical deterioration and biographical pain and regret that can …

Older adults are less likely to report sad or depressed mood, but more likely to report anhedonia (lack of pleasure), 5 apathy, and irritability. 20 In addition, older adults are more likely to …

2017年4月15日 · Nowadays many people say 60 is the new 40, so when does old age begin? Maybe 70? Or maybe it begins when the losses start mounting up—somewhere between 65 …

2024年12月9日 · Many seniors grapple with loneliness in the wake of significant life changes, a feeling that often seeps into their daily existence. You might encounter sad old people whose …

Depression is a common problem among older adults, but it is not a normal part of aging. In fact, most older adults feel satisfied with their lives, despite often having more illnesses or physical …

2024年9月3日 · Older adults often face health challenges and life changes that may put them at greater risk for depression. But depression is not a normal part of aging. It is a treatable …

According to the National Institute for Mental Health, caregivers and family members should look for the following signs that indicate a senior may be depressed. Sadness isn’t always the only …

Many people experience loneliness and depression in old age, either as a result of living alone or due to lack of close family ties and reduced connections with their culture of origin, which …

2020年2月28日 · Feeling sad about these losses is a normal part of life. However, some people experience a sense of hopelessness that lingers and spreads—that is depression. It is …

2023年8月25日 · Although some older adults may assume that sadness or depression is just a part of growing older, feeling “the blues” consistently for several weeks, months, or longer is …