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Is Medication for Depression the Right Choice for Seniors?

Depression affects over 6 percent of Americans today. While it tends to affect those in younger age brackets more than

Seniors who have reached retirement age may find themselves with more time on their hands than they know how to

When you think of disease in senior citizens, you most likely consider such chronic physical diseases as congestive heart failure,

Periodontal disease is another name for gum disease, a condition that seems to begin without any discomfort but that swiftly

If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may be hesitant to try the recommended therapy, which is often

If you are caring for an elderly person with dementia, you may have noticed how resistant your loved one is

Have you ever heard the phrase “train your brain” and wished that it was something you could do to improve

Decreased mental functioning is a normal part of aging. While each person has a different level of mental decline, you

No matter how wonderful a hospice experience is and how well the patient and family members get along with the

Music therapy is being used increasingly throughout a variety of medical scenarios and is especially seen as beneficial when used