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Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors of Depression in Elderly

Depression in Elderly The number of elderly people suffering from depression is on the rise. Sadly, a large number of the elderly with depression don’t seek professional help. Even those who do seek professional help don’t always get the treatment they need. This article looks at the different symptoms, causes and risk factors of depression in elderly, its prevalence, available treatments, and how you can help your aging family members and friends. Depression in the elderly is a problem that affects many people around the world. Studies by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 7 million American adults over the age of 65 experience depression each year. This is a very large number of people especially considering that the population under question is aged between 65 years and 85 years. However, only a small percentage of people in this population usually seek treatment for depression. Majority of those who fall under this category prefer to ‘ride it out’ so

How to Stop Overthinking | How to Stop Thinking Too Much

Overthinking Overthinking is “thinking about something too much or for too long”. In simple words, When you think too much it is called Overthinking. Overthinking is a mental process that revolves around the idea of ruminating, going over something in your head over and over again, replaying it in your mind, and eventually feeling overwhelmed by it. When we are overthinking we are not able to think the right thing at the right time. Overthinking is the act of spending time dwelling on problem instead of the solution. This could cause us to think about it too long and over-analyze a problem. It is a good way to avoid a problem but also a bad way to solve a problem because you will spend way too much time to solve a problem that is not worth solving. How to recognize overthinking ? The person is experiencing difficulty concentrating because they are thinking too much. The person is unable to do anything else but think about the problem because they keep thinking about it. Also, it is a

What Is Insomnia | How to Sleep Better with Insomnia | Insomnia Cure

Insomnia Difficulty of falling asleep or staying asleep or a disturbance in sleep that makes individuals feel as if they have had insufficient sleep when they awaken, characterize insomnia. Insomnia is not a disease; it is merely a symptom that has many different causes which include both emotional and physical disorders and medication use. Sleep and Sleep Problems Having problems falling asleep is common in both the young and old. It is often correlated with emotional disturbances such as anxiety, nervousness, depression, or fear. Sometimes, people find it difficult to fall asleep because their body and brain are not tired. Sleeping less is usually common among people as they age. Sleep stages also change with age. Stage 4 sleep becomes shorter and eventually disappears, and more awakenings occur during all stages. These stages although normal, tend to make older people feel they are not getting enough sleep. However there is no proof that healthy older people need as much sleep as yo

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How to Deal With the Depression: Basics and Beyond

How to Deal With the Depression It is common to feel sad or blue when dealing with a specific stress, trauma, or a challenging situation, but depression is a much deeper issue. Even when symptoms are minor, this condition is serious. Unfortunately, many people have committed suicide or even homicide because of not getting the care needed. In this article we tried to provide all the required information so you can learn about the truths of mental depression and discover how to deal with the depression . Of all mental health conditions that people face, depression is among those suffered the most, affecting the lives of millions of people all over the world. In fact, globally, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. ( ref.: WHO Fact sheets on Depression ). And, since the pandemic, percentage of people experiencing depression (and anxiety) symptoms had a manifold rise. Depression affects not only the mind and behaviors, but also physical health, performance, and

How to Stop Overthinking | How to Stop Thinking Too Much

Overthinking Overthinking is “thinking about something too much or for too long”. In simple words, When you think too much it is called Overthinking. Overthinking is a mental process that revolves around the idea of ruminating, going over something in your head over and over again, replaying it in your mind, and eventually feeling overwhelmed by it. When we are overthinking we are not able to think the right thing at the right time. Overthinking is the act of spending time dwelling on problem instead of the solution. This could cause us to think about it too long and over-analyze a problem. It is a good way to avoid a problem but also a bad way to solve a problem because you will spend way too much time to solve a problem that is not worth solving. How to recognize overthinking ? The person is experiencing difficulty concentrating because they are thinking too much. The person is unable to do anything else but think about the problem because they keep thinking about it. Also, it is a

Relaxation Techniques: Natural Remedies for Anxiety, Stress, Panic

Relaxation Techniques Some amount of stress and anxiety is actually healthy because it can help you focus and sharpen your mind, but when it becomes overwhelming, it then produces debilitating effects on both the mind and the body. There are many simple natural remedies (yes, in addition to medication treatment and psychotherapy) that anyone can follow or practice to reduce anxiety and stress . These include relaxation techniques , which require little effort and can be used at any time. Relaxation techniques induce a natural, physiological response to stress, a reaction when one does not know it is happening. Relaxation is defined as a psychophysical state in which a person feels free from stress and tension. Achieving a state of relaxation means gaining the ability to control the level of physical activation in order to produce a state that is ready for freedom from tension. When stress and anxiety affect the body's normal functioning, relaxation can be a helpful way to regain p