Mental Health

When the American Psychological Association surveyed Americans about their stress levels for its

It’s normal for older adults to feel stressed sometimes. They may be worrying about health conditions, mobility issues, or living on a fixed income.

It’s not unusual to forget things now and again as you age. But some older adults have more significant memory loss and thinking problems than others.

One of the guarantees of aging: You’ll go through lots of changes throughout your life.

Getting diagnosed with a chronic disease can bring up feelings of frustration, anger, and grief. And learning to live with a long-term illness can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed.

Your heart is racing, your palms are sweaty, and you’re breathing so hard you can’t speak. Are you having a panic attack?

Misplacing your reading glasses. Forgetting to pay a bill. Thinking it’s Friday when it’s only Thursday.

People need people. This may be a cliché, but it’s true. Our desire for connection is as much a part of our DNA as the color of our hair or the shape of our eyes.

Feeling blue now and then is normal, no matter what your age. Maybe a good friend moved away, or a sad memory popped into your head.

Feelings of sadness and stress are common (and normal) throughout life.