Tag: Depression

From the American Counseling Association The recent suicide of actor/comedian Robin Williams has helped bring attention to a major health issue in this country. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, almost 7% of Americans had at least one major episode of depression during the past year. And, as was evidenced by Williams, anyone… Continue reading Depression: A Serious Health Issue That Can’t Be Ignored

From the American Counseling Association The signs of depression in an elderly person can be easy to miss. We may incorrectly assume that being depressed is just part of the aging process. But despite its often being ignored or overlooked, depression can be a very real problem for many elderly people. It’s a serious health… Continue reading Depression In The Elderly Can Be A Serious Health Issue