Bette Davis once said, “Getting old is not for sissies.” The later stages of life provide opportunities for many people to set new goals, enhance their relationships and review their previous accomplishments. However, some seniors feel a sense of emptiness at the same time that their physical and emotional resources are declining. Multiple losses of loved ones, job shifts and changes in lifestyle due to declining health are life stresses that can interfere with one’s quality of life in the later years. Rates of mood disorders, substance abuse and suicide are very high in this age group.
The experienced team of mental health professionals at Family Psychology Associates provides specialized individual and family therapies specifically designed to address the unique needs of elders, family members and caregivers.
Older adult and senior’s mental health services include the following:
To find out about other services that we offer to enhance your quality of life, visit the links on our website for anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship counseling, and caregiver support.
Resources
The New York Times: “The New Old Age Blog” (http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/)
American Psychological Association – “Mental and Behavioral Health and Older Americans” (https://www.apa.org/about/gr/issues/aging/mental-health.aspx)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – “Healthy Aging” (http://www.cdc.gov/aging)
Geriatric Mental Health Foundation (http://www.gmhfonline.org/gmhf)
NAMI of N.H. – “Mental Health, Mental Illness, Healthy Aging” –a caregiver support guidebook
(http://www.nami.org/Content/ContentGroups/Home4/Home_Page_Spotlights/Spotlight_1/Guidebook.pdf)