There’s a reason you rely more often on cozy blankets or sweaters for warmth as you age, and it’s safe to say you’re not the only person who feels like you’re getting colder and colder. Doctors say it’s expected that people will have more difficulty staying warm as they age. In fact, it’s a natural …
Home Health Depression in Older Adults: 7 Coping Strategies to Reduce Risk Depression is one of the most common mood disorders among older adults, and here are some habits that can help control its risk. Depression in Older Adults: 7 Coping Strategies to Reduce Risk Depression is a mental and emotional disorder that affects not …
Antidepressants may inhibit older adults’ ability to drive, according to a new study published in JAMA Open Network. The cohort study found that serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs and SNRIs, respectively), sedatives and hypnotics, as well as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and medicines containing acetaminophen increased the risk of failing a road test over time in …