Having a healthy diet at an old age is paramount to having a healthy life. A diet can affect an older adult on multiple levels, including the physical domains, the psychological domains, and the social domains.
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Symptoms and Treatment of Delirium in Old Age
In the first part of the blog about delirium, we discussed what it is and what causes it especially in old age. Today, we will be taking a more in-depth look at its symptoms, and what we can do to … Read more
Taking Care of Elders Enduring Loss
Old age often represents a series of losses, whether gradual or abrupt. Retirement entails losing one’s work role, the companionship of colleagues, and the structure of a full day, along with a reduced income. For those cohabiting, it may mean … Read more
Part 1 – What is Delirium in Old Age
One of the most common disorders in old age is known as Delirium. This is a prevalent disorder that is unfortunately often times misdiagnosed and confused with other conditions with overlapping symptomatologies.
It is a condition associated mostly with a … Read more
Entering the next phase: Retirement
Retirement is a very tricky life transition that can come with a whole host of positive or negative consequences for the individual. It all depends on the individual’s personality, life experiences and outlook towards this new phase. The truth is, … Read more
Part 3: Stroke Rehabilitation in Old Age
As discussed in the second part of this three-series blog, a stroke comes with a whole host of physical, psychological, cognitive, and social symptoms. However, many individuals recover their functioning through rehabilitation, which may allow them to regain independence.
Therapies
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Active Ageing
Active Ageing is an important concept when discussing old age theories and issues nowadays, and it is the go-to concept for many policy makers and professionals when working with older adults.
What is active ageing?
Basically, Active Ageing is all … Read more
Role of Animals in Geriatric Mental Health
Many families live with animals (pets) that are now considered to be a major part of the family circle itself. This shows how important animals can be in creating connections and a positive mood for many and most individuals. In … Read more
Fear of Falling
One of the most prevalent issues in old age pertains to the aspect of falling. Older adults, due to several aspects, become more prone to the possibility of falling, which may lead to further injuries.Â
How does this fear develop?
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Am I Good Enough in Old Adulthood?
As we grow old, we may start feeling less important, less valued and start feeling as if we are not good enough anymore to cut it in the world and with younger people. As a result, many older adults start … Read more