Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Mental Health and the Elderly – 12 Key Points
Mental Health and the Elderly – 12 Key Points
Mental Health and the Elderly – 12 Key Points
Saturday 15th May 2021
Discover twelve key insights into elderly mental health with Dr. Snipes on Counselor Toolbox Podcast. Learn practical tips for better care and support.
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Get the buttons here!Aging Gracefully: Key Mental Health Insights for the Elderly
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health disorders in older adults. Losses with aging include Social status, self-esteem, physical capacities, death of friends and loved ones.
Aging is a journey filled with both challenges and opportunities. In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes sheds light on the intricacies of mental health in the elderly, offering twelve essential points that can help both professionals and caregivers better support older adults. Aging naturally brings some physical decline, such as reduced sensory abilities and weaker immune function. However, Dr.
Snipes emphasizes that cognitive decline isn't inevitable and can be managed with the right strategies. She also highlights the resilience of older adults, who often show remarkable flexibility in their behavior and attitudes, continuing to grow intellectually and emotionally despite various losses. Anxiety disorders top the list of mental health issues in older adults, but cognitive impairment has many causes beyond Alzheimer's. Dr. Snipes discusses the importance of quality sleep, daily routines, and proper nutrition in maintaining mental health.
She also points out that older adults metabolize medications more slowly, making them more susceptible to side effects. Community resources like day treatment centers can offer respite care and social interaction, benefiting both the elderly and their caregivers. This episode is packed with practical advice on everything from encouraging physical activity to creating safe environments and planning for life transitions. Whether you're a clinician or a caregiver, you'll find valuable tools to improve the quality of life for older adults.