{"id":1382,"date":"2021-09-24T19:34:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-24T23:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/?p=1382"},"modified":"2021-09-28T19:44:46","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T23:44:46","slug":"navigating-mental-health-issues-in-older-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/fr\/blog\/navigating-mental-health-issues-in-older-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Navigating Mental Health Issues in Older Adults"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb3.22&Prime; hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime; global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime;][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.9.7&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.9.7&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.10.7&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime; global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime;]<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>What can trigger mental health issues in older adults?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>12 symptoms of mental health conditions in older adults<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to talk to an older person about their mental health<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>In-home support for an older loved one in Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Brampton<\/b><b><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mental health in older adults in Canada continues to be a concern for families and health advocates. The Canadian Mental Health Association of Ontario estimates that <a href=\"https:\/\/ontario.cmha.ca\/documents\/mental-health-and-addictions-issues-for-older-adults-opening-the-doors-to-a-strategic-framework\/\">between 17 and 30 percent of people over 65 experience some form of mental health condition.<\/a> With the expected rise in the older adult population over the next few years, we need to be sure to provide the support our older loved ones need.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With knowledge and diligence, families can be vigilant of any potential changes in their older relatives and take action to help them get the treatment they need to maintain a healthy, happy quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What can trigger mental health issues in older adults?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Stress can affect anyone at any age, but the typical emotional and physical stresses associated with aging can add to risk factors for mental health conditions in older people. It&rsquo;s important to be aware of the triggers that can affect the mental well-being of older people, especially if they live alone or are unable to socialize as they once did.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the World Health Organization and the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gmhfonline.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geriatric Mental Health Foundation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are many potential triggers to mental health issues in older adults, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dementia-causing illnesses such as Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illness or loss of a loved one<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term illness diagnoses, such as cancer or heart disease <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical disability or loss of mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects of medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical illnesses that can affect emotion, memory, and thought<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol or substance abuse<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor diet or malnutrition<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If left unchecked, these triggers could manifest into a mental health issue that will require medical or therapeutic intervention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>12 symptoms of mental health conditions in older adults<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although many changes can be expected as a person ages, it&rsquo;s crucial to be aware of possible mental health condition symptoms when visiting an older relative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For example, occasional forgetfulness is normal. However, persistent memory loss could indicate something more serious. People can have good or bad days in terms of mood, but ongoing sadness for more than two weeks should be addressed.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 12 symptoms to watch for that could indicate a mental health condition in an older person:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in appearance, hygiene, or dress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusion, disorientation, or problems with concentration or decision-making<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downcast mood for longer than two weeks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social withdrawal or lack of interest in activities they used to enjoy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ongoing fatigue, loss of energy, or changes in sleep patterns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feelings of helplessness, worthlessness, or guilt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thoughts of self-harm or suicide<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change in maintaining the house or yard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase or decrease in appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short-term memory loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical problems such as pain, constipation, or other condition that cause of which can&rsquo;t otherwise be explained<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you notice any of these symptoms in an older loved one, don&rsquo;t hesitate to seek further assistance from their family doctor.<\/p>\n<p>Getting the older person to make an appointment with their doctor starts with talking to them about your concerns. Speaking with an older person about mental health might seem like a daunting prospect at first. However, when carried out with love and empathy, talking about it can be a positive first step to helping them solve a possible mental health condition.<\/p>\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to note that you should never try to diagnose mental health conditions on your own or based on medical information you researched on Google. Only a doctor can make the proper assessment and recommend the best course of action to help your loved one return to feeling like themselves again.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>How to talk to an older person about their mental health<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be difficult to bring up the topic of mental health with someone, especially when the person we&rsquo;re concerned about is a parent or other older relative. You may be worried that you&rsquo;ll upset or offend them or that they&rsquo;ll get defensive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it&rsquo;s unhealthy for you to keep your feelings bottled up inside. Older people tend to be open-minded about these things, and your loved one will likely appreciate your concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips that will help keep communication open, healthy, and positive:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Understand that you&rsquo;re not responsible:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You may feel responsible for their condition or for helping your older loved one to feel better. Only the older person can help themselves with the help of a mental health professional.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Research about mental health in the elderly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There are some great online resources where you can learn more about mental health in older people, such as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ccsmh.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian Coalition for Seniors\u2019 Mental Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ontario.cmha.ca\/documents\/mental-health-and-addictions-issues-for-older-adults-opening-the-doors-to-a-strategic-framework\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian Mental Health Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This information will help you understand what&rsquo;s going on and find support if you need it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Talk to them when their mood is positive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bring up the topic when the person doesn&rsquo;t seem upset, angry, or depressed. Start small and expand the discussion over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Share your concerns with love, empathy, and honesty<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Let them know what&rsquo;s on your mind. You can start with, \u00ab\u00a0Mom, I know you&rsquo;ve been crying a lot and have stopped going outside. Is there something on your mind or would you like to talk about how you\u2019re feeling?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seek help from others:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You might find comfort in speaking to someone else before talking to your older relative, such as a sibling, another family member, trusted friend, religious leader, or medical professional. Their support can help bolster you with different perspectives that will help the conversation go easier.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offer the older adult your support:<\/b> Remind your loved one that you&rsquo;re always there if they need to talk. You can also offer to accompany them to visit their doctor. Make sure they know that their health and well-being are a priority to you. Your support will remind them that they&rsquo;re not alone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Above all, remember that you&rsquo;re not alone either. Support is available to help <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">care for your older loved one when you need it<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In-home support for an older loved one in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Brampton<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When an older adult close to you has been diagnosed with a mental health condition, you may feel you need extra support to ensure their ongoing health and well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CareHop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> specializes in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/in-home-nursing-care\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">professional, thoughtful, and respectful eldercare services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that focus on the specific needs of your older loved one. We can help with medication management, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/activities-companionship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">casual companionship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/homemaking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homemaking and meal prep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/in-home-nursing-care\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare services that support older people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best of all, you and your family will have peace of mind knowing that your older relative will be well looked after, happy, and enjoying an excellent quality of life full of joy and sunshine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you would like more information about our professional elder care services, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carehop.ca\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">please reach out to us anytime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We&rsquo;d love to discuss how our approach to quality elder care can support the health and well-being of your older loved one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What can trigger mental health issues in older adults? 12 symptoms of mental health conditions in older adults How to talk to an older person about their mental health In-home support for an older loved one in Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Brampton Mental health in older adults in Canada continues to be a concern for families [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1388,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[23,1],"tags":[26],"class_list":["post-1382","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-family-support","category-health","tag-mental-health"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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