Mental Health

Aging in place / Aging parents / Aging-in-place / Caregiving / Mental Health

Tips for Accessing Resources Mentioned in the Minding Our Elders Column

Dear Readers: In September of 2022, I wrote a column providing brief answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Minding Our Elders column....

Caregiving / Mental Health / Relationships

Caregiving Can Take a Toll on Your Marriage

Dear Candid Caregiver (Carol): My husband and I have been married 25 years and have raised two children. Just as we were thinking that...

Aging / Dementia / Mental Health

Depression: How Big of a Risk Factor for Alzheimer’s Is It?

It seems that there’s always something new popping up in a headline stating that this condition or that disease increases our risk of developing Alzheimer’s...

Caregiving / Gratitude / Mental Health

5 Positive Effects of Long-term Caregiving

After decades of caregiving, I’ve experienced some negative effects. However, I’ve also experienced positive effects that continue to give me pleasure and enhance my life....

Burnout / Caregiver stress / Mental Health / Relationships

5 Negative Effects of Long-term Caregiving

There are countless positive aspects to long-term caregiving, but those who’ve done it know that there are also negative effects, many lifelong. While some...

Aging parents / Caregiver stress / Guilt / Mental Health

The Sandwich Generation: Tips for Navigating Generations

Caregiving can creep into your life or crash down with a bang, but either way, if we aren’t thinking ahead, we can find that...

Aging parents / Caregiving / Medication / Mental Health

Common Drugs with Surprising Mental Side Effects

Many of us have become aware that prescription medications such as Ativan, Xanax, and Klonopin may have serious side effects including memory issues. These drugs,...