If you have a special needs individual in your life, you may be wondering how to choose an assisted living facility for them. When people think of assisted living, they most often think of seniors. But when it comes to assisted…
Maintaining cognitive abilities can combat neural decline from aging. With the prominence of dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other neurological diseases, keeping your brain sharp and functional can help you maintain your health through aging. Many people don’t realize the significance of…
Conversations about mental health and long-standing stigmas have never been more prominent. The impact of a fully globalized, digital world has prompted increased attention on mental health. Despite the increasing societal embrace of conversations surrounding mental health, many myths about…
According to the Pan American Health Organization, over one in four older individuals experience some sort of mental disorder. While changes in mood and behavior often accompany the onset of mental illness in elderly people, family and friends may dismiss…
Schizophrenia is a severe and lifelong mental disorder that can cause debilitating symptoms, including delusions and hallucinations. For cases of schizophrenia in elderly adults, treatment protocols and long-term care needs can be quite different (and often more complex) than they…
Bipolar disorder affects millions of Americans, and while it is often associated with young people, it can be found in adults as well. Sometimes called manic depression, bipolar disorder affects emotions and behavior and can lead to manic states, during…