The Challenges of Growing Old: How to Cope with a New Stage in Life and Remain Happy

The Challenges of Growing Old: How to Cope with a New Stage in Life and Remain Happy

Many people don’t want to admit they’re getting older.It’s easy to make jokes about it or fall into stereotypes. But facing new challenges as you age can be scary and overwhelming. That doesn’t mean you should try to find ways to “reverse” the aging process or try to act younger than you are. While growing old can have its setbacks, it can also end up being a very enjoyable time of your life.

The Complex Connection Between Lack of Sleep and Depression

The Complex Connection Between Lack of Sleep and Depression

Sleep deprivation can have a big impact on your physical health. But it can also affect your mental health. In fact, a lack of sleep and depression are more closely related than you might think. If you’re feeling depressed or even anxious, sleep deprivation may not be the first thing you think of. However, it’s important to look at your sleep habits and patterns to get a clearer picture of why you’re feeling low.

How Anxiety Can Complicate Effective Interpersonal Communication

How Anxiety Can Complicate Effective Interpersonal Communication

Millions of people across the world suffer from some type of anxiety. Many of these people have not been officially diagnosed. Anxiety is adept at complicating our lives, including effective interpersonal communication. It affects our communication skills. The way we speak, our body language, and how we behave in various relationships. With so many people affected…

The Effects of Alzheimer’s on a Senior’s Psychological and Emotional Well-Being

The Effects of Alzheimer’s on a Senior’s Psychological and Emotional Well-Being

As a senior gradually goes through the progression of this disease, Alzheimer’s makes it harder and harder for them to remember information. In turn, that leads to difficulties with learning new things. And, as the effects get worse, that can even make it tough to communicate.

5 Steps to Manage Living with Depression During the Holiday Season

5 Steps to Manage Living with Depression During the Holiday Season

The holidays are depicted as a joyous and happy time. But for some people, they can also trigger feelings of stress and depression. There are so many expectations surrounding the holiday season, it’s easy to feel frustrated or overwhelmed. If you’re already living with depression, this time of year often only makes it worse. Money…