Geriatrics & Aging

Therapeutic Approaches on Aging

Therapy can help older people struggling with age changes, find new sources of joy, and discover new support systems. Many older adults are also seeking and receiving treatment for more non-age-related mental health issues than ever before. This is likely because as awareness grows, attitudes toward mental health issues are beginning to change.

As life expectancy continues to increase in developed countries, the prevalence of emotional and psychiatric disorders, such as depression, among older people is also increasing. There are many effective therapeutic approaches and activities aimed at increasing the resilience of older people.