Articles about Elderly

Grief in later life is often layered, shaped by losses of loved ones, health, and independence. This approach recognises the complexity of ageing and supports older adult...

Dementia care therapy shifts the focus from decline to dignity. By centring the person, not just the condition, it supports meaningful connection, preserves quality of li...

Discover the dynamic journey of midlife for women, addressing challenges like menopause and caregiving, and embracing opportunities for personal growth and stronger relat...

Three clinical vignettes from the psychoanalysis of women around 70 years old.

A Personal Reflection By Ruth Katz Consulting Social Worker - M A Soc Sci cum laude University of Johannesburg, 1992

Should psychoanalysis be recommended in old age?

Five secrets to mindful ageing

Finding meaning, happiness and fulfillment in later life.

When abandoned, most retreat or harden. Dona Marcela shows another way: even in deep loss, she remained present, created meaning, and refused to let pain define her. Her ...

When faced with the task of becoming a care giver to our elderly parents, feelings resolved long ago often rise to the surface. What these feelings might mean and how to ...