HOW TO WARD OFF SENIOR DEPRESSION SAFELY

ELDERLINK HAS THE ANSWERS YOU WILL APPRECAITE

Senior depression is not a new phenomenon. Research has shown that depression is most common among the elderly who may suffer from other ailments or medical conditions. For most people, the feeling of depression and loneliness is a part of the aging process. Irrespective of the cause of depression, you can help your aged loved ones overcome the challenge and live a healthier and happy life again. ElderLink.org suggest you follow these tips to learn more.

  • Don’t wait to be informed.

If you notice your senior loved one is nursing the feeling of worthlessness, depression, not talking to anyone, withdrawing from social activities and interactions, or finding it difficult to concentrate, you should not attribute these to age alone. Also, you don’t have to delay until your aged parent calls for help. Most seniors do not understand how depression feels and may not be able to identify it until it has gotten worse.

  • Help them rediscover the purpose of life

Most times, the elderly need to re-discover the purpose of life, if they choose to fight off depression successfully. This could be anything that gives them joy and a sense of belonging. You need to talk to your aged loved one and find out the things that quickly sparks their interests, what motivates them to get out of bed in the morning? Sometimes we feel we know what they are thinking only to find out after asking them we were incorrect in our assumptions. A meaningful purpose could also be anything that brings them a sense of fulfillment. Once you know these, find out the best way to incorporate them into their daily activities.

  • Help them make the most of social media platforms

Social media is always bubbling with fun and excitement that one can hardly have time to be bored when active on any of these platforms. Some feel it would to hard to teach a parent or the parent will say I am to old to learn that. In today’s digital age there are inexpensive digital devices where a person can post pics, write stories, one on one text or surf the web using voice commands. When you help your parents stay connected to these platforms, you will discover how easy it will make them adapt to their environment, ward off depression, and make new friends.

  • Offer them plenty of choices

Mobility comes with freedom. Hence, when many seniors lose such freedom, they quickly become depressed and lack concentration. But if you can help them regain control over their daily chores, it will help them feel as though they were still in charge of affairs, especially within the home.

Simple travel is an Uber away. Many may fear using a drive service, show them how easy it is to order one and possibly go with them on their first ride to see how safe and easy it can be to get around the local community for a small amount of money.

Depression is a severe illness. Fortunately, it is not without a solution. Use these tips to help your aged parents cope with depression. If you need advice on senior care placement for your aged mom or dad, contact us! Simply click here and you can call or request additional information www.elderlink.org 800-613-5772