Elderly Mental Health

Neurocognive Disorder involves progressive cognitive decline, such as memory loss, language difficulties, impaired judgment, and executive dysfunction. The associated mood and behavioural changes further impair daily living.  

Depression in older adults is often triggered by illness, retirement, bereavement, loss of independence, or social isolation. A study in 2000 found the suicide rates among the elderly to be three times higher than that in other age groups.

Common anxiety disorders in seniors include Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Phobias. Excessive worry, fear, and avoidance behaviors can impair their quality of life and social engagement.