Geriatric Depression Scale-30 LONG FORM Geriatric Depression Scale- 15 SHORT FORM Key takeaway: The Geriatric Depression Screening Scale (GDS) is an important tool in assessing depression in elderly patients. The GDS-30 Long Form is a comprehensive assessment tool that allows for a thorough evaluation of depressive symptoms in geriatric patients. Administering and scoring the GDS-30 … Read more
Helping Older Adults Thrive in the Comfort of Their Own Homes In the journey of life, reaching old age is a milestone that brings with it unique challenges and opportunities. As older adults navigate the aging process, they may encounter various physical, emotional, and mental health issues. These can impact their overall quality of life … Read more
Living with fibromyalgia can be an overwhelming and challenging journey. The constant pain, fatigue, and other physical symptoms can significantly affect one’s quality of life. However, it is equally crucial to shed light on the often overlooked impact that fibromyalgia has on mental health. In this blog post, we will explore the hidden connection between … Read more
Women who have depression consistently report that they feel older than their age. Researchers have wondered if depression does cause the skin to look older, as it has been known to worsen other chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure and heart disease. In a 2014 study from the University of Tokyo, researchers found depression … Read more
How many of you are asking the question, “Can anxiety and neuropathy truly exist together”? If you are wondering if there is a relationship between these two conditions, then I want to stress that you’re not alone. It is my goal to provide a little more information about these two human maladies to help you … Read more
It can be difficult to show your love for a partner if they often struggle with episodes of depression. One morning they may get up and appear fine, but the very next day, they may push you away, become distant and seem sad. But by being caring and understanding of the situation, it is possible … Read more
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a typical and genuine therapeutic sickness that adversely influences how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Luckily, it is treatable. Misery causes sentiments of trouble and/or lost enthusiasm for activities that a person was once delighted in. It can prompt an assortment of physical issues and … Read more
It is the question of many people today if depression is indeed a disease. To our sadness, most people don’t even know the actual meaning of a disease. So it won’t be surprising if the case of depression suddenly becomes a major issue. The other problem is that many scientists do not take an important … Read more
Living with a sense of constant pain is a heavy burden for anyone. However, multiply it with depression – one of the most common diseases among people who suffer from chronic pain – and you get an almost unbearable condition. Depression increases pain and makes the person helpless in the struggle against it. However, a … Read more
Bipolar disorder, also referred to as manic-depression, is a disorder of the brain that results in unusual shifts in: Moods Energy levels Activity levels Abilities to do daily tasks The symptoms of this condition can be quite severe. They are very different from the typical ups and downs that we all experience from time to … Read more
