Senior Therapy

Anxiety doesn’t have an age limit. In fact, anxiety in senior citizens isn’t uncommon, with anywhere from 3-14% of the elderly being affected.  Some seniors may have struggled with anxiety their entire lives. Others may have developed it in their later years for a variety of reasons. 

It might seem a little ironic that self-esteem goes up and down throughout various stages of life. As we age, though, self-esteem can start to dip again for a variety of reasons. Aging equates to getting old, and the challenges of aging vary.

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.

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.

When you and your siblings are worried about an aging loved one—like a parent—it’s important to come together. Working jointly to support them can make the process of taking care of your loved one much easier, especially if that involves therapy. Of course, it’s not always easy for a family to see eye-to-eye on decisions…