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Advice for Caregivers: How to Know if Your Senior Loved One is Depressed – By Jim Vogel — Kindness Blog

A while back, I recall hearing a story that the elderly were the most under derved population when it came to recognizing depression and I felt an immediate need to share this post. If it helps one person, it is worth sharing. lkw

Depression is an illness affecting the body, mood, thoughts, sleep, and more. While we may think that it is normal for seniors to feel the blues, it is not. Depression is a mental health issue that should be diagnosed and treated in seniors, just as it is for younger people. Because depression affects approximately seven […]

via Advice for Caregivers: How to Know if Your Senior Loved One is Depressed – By Jim Vogel — Kindness Blog

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