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Mental illness has been shown in studies to slow the healing process of physical diseases. At Karmabhumi, an elderly care service in Kalyan, we assist elders who are suffering from mental illnesses Despite the fact that the rate of older people with mental health problems tends to climb with age, depression and other illnesses are not a normal component of ageing. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: How to Deal with Mental Health Issues in Seniors


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Senior Citizen Mental Health Problems Their
Solution
Growing epidemic of loneliness all put adults at
risk of memory problems, cognitive decline,
especially making old age vulnerable to various
mental health. According to a survey, senior
citizens experience different mental health
concerns. The most common conditions include
anxiety, cognitive impairment, and emotional
disturbances, such as depression or bipolar
disorder.
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There are a number of clinical challenges
involved in treating adults with new or chronic
mental illnesses. Your loved one may develop one
of these conditions as they grow older, or they
may have been diagnosed long ago and remained
stable on the same psychiatric medication for
decades. With age, however, the adult treatment
program may need to be adjusted because the aging
body reacts to these drugs differently.Mental
health is similarly important as physical
health.Good mental health contributes greatly
to the general sense of well-being. Untreated
mental disorders in the elderly can lead to
reduced function, drug abuse, and lower quality
of life. Studies show that mental illness can
slow down the healing process of physical
ailments. At Karmabhumi, an elderly care services
in kalyan we provide help to seniors facing
mental health conditions.Treatment and
Medication for Mental Health Problems in Elderly
PatientsThe most commonly used treatments
include psychotherapy (talk therapy), cognitive
therapy (CBT), self-help groups or support,
stress management strategies, and psychiatric
medications such as anti-depressants.
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Stay physically active during daysExercising 30
minutes three to five times a week, whether its
walking, gardening or swimming. As it improves
mood and reduces anxiety by releasing endorphins
that feel good and clearing your mind of
problems.Stay connected with friendsTime and
distance can make it difficult for people to
maintain a close relationship with old friends,
especially as they grow older. But always have
held to your close friends and family.Play Mind
Games?Physical exercise is needed by the body
for stimulation to stay healthy, so the mind
needs to be stimulated to stay alert and to avoid
depressive moods as we grow older, caretaker for
elderly in kalyan. Brain games can help sharpen
certain thinking skills such as speed processing,
planning skills, response time, decision making,
and short-term memory.
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Related Link - https//bit.ly/3lPHpXg Near
Audumber Bunglow, behind Zaikaa Hotel, Wayle
Nagar,s Khadakpada, Kalyan, Maharashtra
421301 Phone 9326436900/8108153777 Email
karmabhumicaretakers_at_gmail.com
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