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Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker

How to Handle Elderly Temper Tantrums in a Positive Way

Elderly temper tantrums can be extremely painful and confusing for everyone in the household. You don’t understand why your aging loved one is lashing out and are unsure how to help. It might not always be obvious what triggers the temper tantrum, so the behaviors

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Mental Health and Kidney Disease

When kidney disease strikes, it can be an overwhelming experience. You may have to adjust to managing a chronic health condition and come to terms with the physical and emotional toll that kidney disease takes on your life.   In addition to kidney-related issues, it’s

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The Physical and Psychological Effects of Aging

Aging is an inevitable part of life that brings about a wide range of changes. Many seniors worry about the physical and psychological effects of the aging process, but aging is a natural experience. You can minimize the negative impacts of aging by taking care

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How to Help Seniors with Depression

Seeing a senior loved one struggle with depression can be extremely painful. You don’t want them to suffer, but you may not know how to help. Mental health is a sensitive topic, and many seniors with depression don’t want to open up to their friends

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11 Hobbies for Seniors with Arthritis

Arthritis is one of the most common health conditions affecting older adults. Even mild arthritis can cause significant discomfort, stiffness, and loss of motion. If you have arthritis, you may feel frustrated with how the condition has affected your life. Not only is arthritis painful,

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7 Tips for Growing Old Alone

Many seniors rely on their family members for assistance as they grow older. Families can be a great source of social connection and can provide support with money management, healthcare, and activities of daily living. Not everyone can rely on family as they age, though.

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The Psychological Effects of Retirement on the Elderly

Retirement is supposed to be an exciting experience. You’ve worked for so many years to reach this point, and you now to get to relax and enjoy your time with family and friends. Many older adults don’t feel so optimistic after retirement, though. In fact,

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