OCD in elderly adults often goes unrecognized. Learn about late-onset OCD symptoms, causes, how it differs from dementia, treatment options including CBT and ERP, and Medicare coverage for therapy.
By Melanie Donohue, LCSW Growing old alone is a reality for millions of seniors across the United States. Whether you have lost a spouse, live far from family, or simply find yourself without a close support network, the experience of aging without a partner or
Bipolar disorder does not disappear with age. In fact, for some seniors, it appears for the very first time in their 50s, 60s, or even later. Late-life bipolar disorder presents unique challenges: symptoms can look different than they do in younger adults, diagnosis is more
If you or a loved one is dealing with a mental health condition in later life, you may have heard the term “geriatric psychiatrist” and wondered what they do, whether Medicare covers their services, and how to actually find one. The good news is that
Diabetes doubles the risk of depression in seniors. Learn about diabetes distress, the anxiety-diabetes cycle, and how teletherapy helps older adults manage the emotional side of living with diabetes.