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Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Alzheimer’s Disease and the Aging Narcissist

If you have a family member with narcissistic personality disorder, you’re familiar with the erratic, toxic, and abusive behaviors the disorder can cause. As the person ages, you might wonder whether their behavior will improve or worsen. One particularly big concern for families of narcissists

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder in Seniors

Narcissistic personality disorder is a complicated and chaotic mental health condition. If your family member has this disorder, you’ve probably witnessed a great deal of toxic behavior over the years. Many people wonder what they should expect from a narcissistic family member who’s starting to

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8 Tips for Caring for a Loved One with Parkinson’s Disease

Seeing a loved one struggle with a progressive illness is one of the most painful experiences you can go through. Parkinson’s disease is an especially difficult diagnosis as it causes a significant loss of independence. If you’re caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s disease,

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7 Tips for Coping With Caregiver Anger

Caring for an aging loved one can bring up a wide range of emotions. You may feel sad to see their health decline but honored to have the opportunity to spend so much time with them. Caregiving can be a great source of fulfillment and

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8 Relaxation Tips for Seniors

Your retirement years are the perfect opportunity to relax, spend quality time with loved ones, and dive into meaningful hobbies. However, aging can also be a stressful experience. We face a number of challenges as we get older, including declining physical health, a loss of

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Can Mental Stress Cause Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful condition that requires effort every single day to manage. One of the biggest contributors to rheumatoid arthritis is stress, so keeping stress levels under control is key for anyone who struggles with this autoimmune condition.   Older adults with rheumatoid

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6 Tips to Help Prevent a Gray Divorce

When we think of divorce, we often picture middle-aged couples with younger children. Gray divorce is more common than you might expect, though. The life transitions that happen with age can take a toll on your marriage, so gray divorce can be a risk for

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The Effects of Aging on Identity

Your identity constantly changes throughout your life but you might go through the most significant changes in your sense of self as you reach retirement age. As you get older, your role in your family and community can shift dramatically, which can lead to notable

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