Seniors who suffer from mental health issues can find them worsened by clutter. Clutter can be anywhere; it can be in their homes or within their minds. Some forms of mental health, like Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, involve repetitive behaviors exacerbated by the visual reminders of clutter. For others, the mental health issues are depression and anxiety,…
You might be feeling more vibrant and healthy than ever before, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to deal with any health issues at all. Common health problems that women face in their golden years include heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and even cancer, all of which affect women differently from…
Aging can bring about many health issues for men in their golden years, some of which aren’t immediately noticeable. If you are over the age of 65, senior men’s health issues can be even more difficult to discern on your own, which is why it’s essential to get regular medical checkups with your doctor. This…
People over the age of 65 are increasingly embracing the latest technologies and using them to benefit their daily lives. Whether you’re looking to enhance your connection with the world, get the most out of your health care resources, or make everyday tasks easier, technology can be your ally when it comes to senior living.…
The National Stroke Association explains that a stroke results from either bleeding or an obstruction of blood flow to the brain. It’s the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, but 75 percent of strokes are preventable. Adults over 65 are at greater risk of stroke than younger adults, so it’s important to…
Individuals who develop vascular dementia will have difficulties with memory, judgment, and reasoning. The symptoms may appear rapidly and are often mild at first before gradually worsening. It is difficult to diagnose since it often occurs concurrently with Alzheimer’s and the symptoms might vary from one person to another. Where Does Vascular Dementia Come From?…
There are 7 stages of dementia, a disease that manifests itself in the form of cognitive or mental decline. Understanding these various stages can make it easier to identify and diagnose the condition so that sufferers can receive the appropriate care. Stage One: Non-Cognitive Decline During this stage, computed tomography-based scans which are taken of…
As you get older, life tends to throw more and more stressors at you. If you don’t learn how to manage your stress, it can lead to serious health issues. Fortunately, if you’re willing to make some changes in your daily routine, there are tons of ways to manage your stress without sacrificing the activities…
It’s a fact that regular physical activity can help you become more active, feel better and improve your health in many ways. Some studies even suggest that physical activity can help improve memory and other cognitive functions in Golden-age adults. If you want to know how physical activity improves brain health in the golden years of adults,…
The exercise of yoga for dementia patients brings positive benefits to the mind and body. Because the human brain is so adaptable and constantly produces fresh neural connections, using yoga to challenge and train it can enhance memory while minimizing the effects of dementia. How Yoga Strengthens the Mind Like other forms of exercise, yoga…