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As helpers and caregivers, it can be hard to pause and give ourselves permission to practice self-care. Yet taking time for your own wellbeing is not optional—it’s essential. Caregivers face higher rates…
Death and major life changes bring grief, a powerful, sometimes overwhelming emotional response to loss. Grief is a natural reaction, and its intensity and duration vary widely—from a few months for some…
Image by CielChen (Creative Commons license). My current favorite TV show is The Mentalist. Watching Simon Baker in the leading role inspired me to think about charisma and why certain people stand…
When he reached his late eighties, William Cohn — the father of Candy Cohn — accidentally stopped taking medication prescribed for a long-standing bipolar disorder. That lapse led to a serious mental…
In honor of World AIDS Day on December 1, this article focuses on HIV and aging. HIV remains an important public health issue for older adults. By the end of 2018, an…
National and Specialty Crisis and Support Resources Below is a concise, organized directory of national helplines, peer support services, and recovery organizations. Each entry links to the official resource and notes key…
Ernest Hemingway’s Top 9 Words of Wisdom “The world is a fine place and worth the fighting for and I hate very much to leave it.” Ernest Hemingway was a celebrated writer,…
There’s a common misconception that a diagnosis of dementia means someone immediately loses their independence and can no longer live alone. While the progression of dementia often leads to increasing care needs…
“You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty.” “The difference between what we do…
Many caregivers tell me, “Nobody really understands how hard caring for a loved one with dementia is.” That sentiment is common—and real. If you are providing care for someone with dementia, know…
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Cultural Humility and Trauma-Informed Care for Older Minorities
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How to Manage Overwhelm in 3 Quick Steps
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Therapy for Families and Individuals After Moving to Memory Care
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How to Recover From Trauma: 10 Evidence Based Strategies
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Culturally Competent Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
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Types of Depression: Signs, Causes, and Treatments
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Get to Know Yourself: 3 Practical Self-Discovery Tips
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Why Sexual Health Assessments Matter in Long-Term Care
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6 Productivity Lessons from Leonardo da Vinci
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William Utermohlen: Self-Portraits of Alzheimer’s Progression
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NP vs MD: Key Differences and How to Choose a Provider
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Dementia Symptoms That Most Strain Family Caregivers
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