Depression is not a normal part of aging. However, older adults are at increased risk of depression, particularly as they experience significant life changes. Retirement, death of loved ones, increasing medical problems and loss of independence can affect people in many different ways. Accepting and managing these changes can be difficult and it is normal to feel sad or uneasy about them. But it’s important to understand that depression is not just about having the blues. It is a medical condition with many different treatment options. Read more about this topic below:
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- Blog post: Combat loneliness and depression by sharing memories: Relive those glory days!
- Blog post: Exercise plays an active role in treating depression
- Evidence summary: Therapist-supported internet cognitive behavioural therapy for anxiety disorders in adults
- Evidence summary: Written cognitive behavioural self-help interventions are effective in treating mental health conditions
- Web resource rating: Caregiver depression: Prevention counts
- Web resource rating: Grief: Coping with reminders after a loss
- Public talk: Watch a very honest talk about depression & anxiety in older adults with Michael Landsberg and Dr. Doug Oliver.
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