Depression in the Elderly: Finding the Light
Depression occurs 35 times more often in senior citizens than in younger generations. Depression is one of the top five diagnoses that primary care doctors make. In addition, many physical complaints can be traced to depression. What causes DEPRESSION IN THE ELDERLY? How is it diagnosed? What can you do if you or a loved one suffers from depression? (48 pages)
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Retired? Now What?
Retirement is not an end, but rather a new beginning. There are so many possibilities to consider: participating in leisure time activities, including travel, hobbies, and education; continuing to work, either in the same or a different field; volunteering; and more. These can be the best years of your life—a time to fulfill lifelong dreams. So go for it—make the most of these years. (44 pages)
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Sexuality After 50: Changing Bodies, Changing Times
Intimacy makes no age distinctions. Everyone has a need to touch and be touched, both physically and emotionally. Although intimacy may be harder to find as you grow older, age can offer new avenues and deepened expressions of both friendship and romance—if they are sought. Knowledge is power and the more you know about sexual function as it relates to your own life, the better equipped you will be to have both a healthy and safe sex life. SEXUALITY AFTER 50 provides you with all the information that you need. (56 pages)
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Sharpening Your Memory: Avoiding "Senior Moments"
Is Memory Loss an Inevitable Consequence of Aging? What causes forgetfulness? How can you tell the difference between normal “absent-mindedness” and Alzheimer’s Disease? What can you do to improve your memory? Find out how estrogen levels, specific genes, food and vitamins, mood, plasma HDL readings, and more affect your ability to remember. (36 pages)
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Surviving Widowhood: Continuing On
No time in the world seems to be enough time to prepare for the loss of a spouse; for the person in your life who has filled it with decades of happiness, joy, and sorrow. The best we can do, especially initially, is to remember that life must go on, if not for others, than at least for yourself. Things will get easier, especially with the support, love, and guidance of family and friends. SURVIVING WIDOWHOOD will show you how. (40 pages)
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Funeral Planning: You're In Charge
No one is better qualified to plan your own funeral than you are. By arranging the costs and choices of goods and services before your death, you will keep emotions from clouding judgment. FUNERAL PLANNING is the only way to ensure that your final wishes and preferences are carried out as you desire. This booklet not only gives you the information you need to make informed choices, but also provides worksheets for you to communicate these choices to your loved ones. (48 pages)
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