Dehydration in elderly adults is a common disorder that occurs when the body loses more fluid than it takes in. The causes of dehydration in the elderly vary from person to person. Dehydration in the elderly can be caused by medications, insufficient kidney function or simply not taking in enough fluids. Some blood pressure medications … Continued
Because there are countless reasons a person might need a feeding tube, the range of advantages and disadvantages can be just as wide. But what different kinds of tubes are there, and what kind of risks or complications can you expect along the way? Learning more about the pros and cons of feeding tubes can … Continued
Geriatric counseling and psychotherapy for seniors are on the rise as more baby boomers reach and exceed the age of 65. Counseling older clients has become a routine part of the geriatrician’s protocol for their elderly patients. When Bette Davis said, “old age ain’t for sissies,” she wasn’t kidding! The effects of aging sneak up … Continued
Involuntary tremors in the elderly are relatively common and rarely life-threatening. However, people who develop tremors after the age of 70 do have higher rates of mortality and dementia; and even relatively harmless tremors can impact a person’s ability to do certain types of daily activities. But what causes tremors in elderly adults, and what … Continued
For most of us, the holidays are filled with joy, fun, and excitement. Unfortunately, this is not always the case for the seniors in our lives. Depression in the elderly around the holidays is more common than you might think. Holiday Depression in the Elderly A variety of different things can contribute to depression in … Continued
Personal boundaries are guidelines or limits we set for ourselves to identify reasonable and permissible ways for others to behave toward us. Setting boundaries with difficult elderly parents can be challenging, especially if boundaries have not been respected in the past. How can we insist that parents respect and adhere to the boundaries we set? … Continued
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is amazingly common among the elderly. In fact, it’s estimated around10% of Americans 75-and-up are suffering from it. And surprisingly, even though it’s so common, it can also be challenging to diagnose older adults with COPD. Because with aging comes muscular deconditioning, comorbid conditions, and other factors that contribute to … Continued
As you get older, driving can become more and more dangerous. Seniors giving up driving or limiting driving may be the safest options to move forward. But how would you know the right time to do so? We’ll take a look at some general statistics about seniors driving and provide info on when it’s the … Continued
The risk of falls for elderly adults is a serious matter. Statistics show more than one out of four elderly adults fall each year. The consequences of falls in the elderly tend to be more severe and more concerning than those for a younger person. Sometimes a fall can even result in death. So what … Continued
We can’t spend 24-hours a day with our loved ones, but with the help of a few wisely chosen senior home monitoring tools, we can come close. Because in the right circumstances, effective home monitoring for the elderly makes it possible to quickly respond in a fall situation, medical problem, monitor those with cognitive decline, … Continued