DEPRESSION
Depression, a common old age problem
Affects mental, social, physical functions
It complicates treatment of chronic diseases
Personality changes, more agitated
Neglecting self care, feelings of hopelessness
Their personality changes
Agitated, lose temper, emotional outbursts
Isolated from friends meetings
Decline in self care
Pessimism begins to dominate in them
Human connection, autonomy and security
Emotional needs for elders
Aging robs cognitive abilities like recognition
Processing speed reduces
Memory and language declines
Emotional, financial, physical security need of the hour
Suppress negative thoughts
Believe good days are always waiting for you
Avoid brooding, improve social connection
Digressions like walking and enjoying nature does good
Have friends , share your concerns lessens your burden
Pleasing messages from them is a medicine to relieve depression
Pursue creative things like arts, be positive in attitude
Physical exercise improves mental health
Think of poet Shelley
‘If winter comes can spring be far behind’
KSV SESHADRI
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