Treating hearing loss might reduce depression in older adults: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2019
A newly published study provides more evidence of the importance of addressing hearing loss in senior living residents: researchers found that the greater the hearing loss in older adults, the greater...
Where dementia is most prevalent
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 03, 2016
A new tool from the federal government provides county- and state-level prevalence data for Alzheimer’s/dementia and 15 other chronic conditions.
‘Social frailty,’ depression linked in study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 25, 2018
“Social frailty” has more of an impact on the onset of depression in older adults than does physical frailty or cognitive impairment, according to a study published in the June issue of JAMDA:...
In-person interactions help prevent depression
Oct 06, 2015
Face-to-face contact helps prevent depression in adults aged 50 or more years, according to a new study.
Telehealth: Driving more effective, qualitative and accessible care for U.S. seniors
By
Ed Mercadante, BSPharm, R.Ph., D.Sc.(Hon)
Apr 08, 2021
By improving access to quality care and the efficiency with which that care is delivered, telehealth has the potential to positively affect quality of life — and could serve as a catalyst that drives...
Top 10 contributors to health loss in U.S.
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 31, 2015
A new analysis contains good and bad news regarding American life expectancy.
Physical activity may lower risk for depression in adults
Apr 14, 2022
Even physical activity below the recommended public health thresholds is associated with a lower risk for depression.
Mentalizing imagery therapy aids family caregivers
Mar 24, 2022
The findings show lower depression and anxiety and better well-being versus support group attendance.
Antidepressant use may aid outcomes in depression and diabetes
Jul 23, 2021
Regular versus poor antidepressant use was tied to a lower risk for advanced diabetic complications and mortality in patients with depression and diabetes.
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia helps prevent major depression
Dec 08, 2021
The rates of major depression were lower among older adults with insomnia disorder who underwent CBT versus sleep education therapy.