During gloomy, dark, or dismal weather, many people experience a decrease in serotonin, resulting in feelings of depression, fatigue, and/or moodiness. Most individuals experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, symptoms first feel them in the fall, typically lasting during the darker months of winter. How can you recognize and resolve the impacts of this seasonal…
Many people think that dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are the same thing, but, in actual fact, the terms have two different meanings. Dementia is a broad term employed to describe a variety of symptoms associated with memory decline, reasoning, judgment, and complex motor skills. If someone has symptoms of dementia, they do not necessarily have…
Halloween is a fun time for both kids and parents. It also has a certain amount of built-in scariness and spookiness which is part of what makes Halloween so special. All children need to be kept safe while they go around trick or treating, including kids with special needs. So, if you are the parent…
Depression should never be considered a part of the normal aging process. However, this is not to say that the elderly never suffer from depression. After all, they are often exposed to problems that are specifically related to growing older. They may have age-related health issues, a reduced income, and they may have had to…
If you are a caregiver, either a family member or a professional personal care aide, an important part of being a caregiver is to work with doctors and other healthcare professionals who are involved in caring for the patient. You may find it advantageous to accompany the patient to the doctor on the next scheduled…
Many believe that chronic diseases are a normal part of aging. That isn’t true for everyone. Statistically, 80 percent of individuals over the age of 65 have at one least chronic condition. More than 60 percent have two or more chronic diseases. You can take steps to be one of the 20 percent experiencing well-being…
Alzheimer’s is a disease that affects the brain and is responsible for a slow decline in clear thinking, memory, and reasoning skills. It’s a condition that creeps up on someone gradually, but there are some warnings signs of Alzheimer’s. Here are nine that shouldn’t be ignored. Memory Loss As people age, they sometimes forget the…
Some falls are due to your advancing years. Others are due to safety hazards, many of which you can eliminate. Safety Hazards You Can Fix Start with a safety assessment of your home environment. If you can, have a friend or family member look at everything. Even better, contact an occupational therapist to do a…
The best healthcare should ensure that patients receive high-quality, personal, and compassionate care provided by trained caregivers. In-home care is able to meet these standards by offering personalized service in the convenience and privacy of a patient’s home. For aging and homebound individuals or special-needs children, in-home care enables them to remain as stress-free, functional,…
Men’s health is significantly affected by acute and chronic diseases. An acute situation, such as an accident, occurs without warning and can be life-threatening. It’s rarely under your control. Chronic conditions develop slowly. They aren’t always life-threatening, but each can destroy your quality of life. Among the risk factors for developing chronic diseases are: Excessive…
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