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If you’re at or approaching retirement age, you’re likely looking into Medicare plans. It becomes obvious pretty quickly that the Medicare landscape is not exactly straight forward. There are many options, and it can be confusing about what’s the right plan for you. Everyone has
Losing a child is one of the most painful experiences imaginable. If you’re facing the death of an adult child, you may feel like you’ll never recover. While we understand that loss is a part of life as we age, losing a child is not
Setting boundaries as a therapist is one of the most important ways to maintain healthy relationships with clients and how therapist’s can take care of their own mental health. Boundaries with clients define the parameters of the therapeutic relationship, which can help clients feel
If you’ve ever had a pet, you know how valuable they can be for your overall sense of happiness. Pets are more than just animals we take care of. They add joy, love, and warmth to our lives and our homes, and caring for another
Independence is a priority for many older adults. You want to live your life to the fullest in your golden years, and you don’t want to be limited by health or safety problems. Although there’s nothing wrong with needing assistance in day-to-day life, it’s also
Everyone knows that exercise is good for your physical health, but the benefits of exercise on mental health aren’t as well known. Your mind and your body are closely linked, so when you take care of your physical health, you’re likely to see improvements in
Most seniors go through at least one or two major life transitions in their later years. Some transitions are welcomed and celebrated, and others can be more challenging. Major life changes may happen unexpectedly, or you might have anticipated them for years. No matter the
Anxiety is the most prevalent mental health disorder. People of all ages and backgrounds experience anxious thoughts, and those affected by the disorder sometimes wonder if they’ll always struggle with anxiety. No one wants to face this challenge into their senior years, so this is
Mental health conditions aren’t as easy to understand as physical ailments. Because they typically don’t have an observable effect on the body, some people struggle to accept mental illnesses as real illnesses. Even when we do recognize them as serious and important problems, speaking about
Low self-esteem can be a troubling problem for people of all ages. When you don’t feel confident in yourself, you might avoid meeting new people or trying new activities, and you can develop some unpleasant negative thinking habits. This can be especially challenging in your