Depression

There are lots of aspects about growing older that can cause us to feel situationally sad or melancholy in the moment. But a true diagnosis of depression, where you can’t function or lift yourself out of your funk, is something else. Estimates are that 15-20 % of those 65 and…

While not a normal part of aging, depression and other mental health problems are not uncommon as you get older. In fact, it seems that depression in older people can be more severe and long-lasting than it is in younger people. If left untreated, depression can lead to diminished functioning,…