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1073-Aging and Mental Health: The Connections You Need to Know
00:00 Introduction and overview of aging and mental health by Dr. Donal Snipes.
00:33 Physical changes starting at age 40, including hormonal shifts.
01:36 The grieving process of aging and its emotional effects.
02:06 Cognitive adaptations and resistance to change in older adults.
03:07 Control issues and psychological resistance to aging tools.
03:38 Frustration, irritability, and depressive episodes linked to physical and cognitive decline.
04:42 Grief due to loss of functionality and processing limitations.
06:50 Hormonal changes impacting cognitive health, including loss of neuroprotection.
08:24 Neurotransmitter decline with age, including serotonin and dopamine reductions.
13:41 Oxytocin’s role in bonding and mood, with strategies to increase levels.
18:54 Thyroid health in older adults, focusing on hypothyroidism prevalence.
23:04 Declines in liver and kidney function affecting detoxification and medication processing.
25:09 Effects of thinning skin on vitamin D production and wound healing.
26:12 Challenges with nutritional absorption despite a healthy diet.
33:37 Muscle mass loss and the benefits of resistance training for older adults.
35:42 Arterial stiffening, hypertension risks, and mitigation strategies.
37:50 Oxygenation challenges and the importance of deep breathing exercises.
41:35 Cognitive slowing and strategies to address memory issues.
45:54 Vision and hearing loss and their links to dementia risks.
47:27 Diminished taste and appetite, and strategies for nutritional challenges.
1:00:04 Environmental adjustments to ensure safety and independence for aging individuals.
#selfhelp #cognitivebehavioraltherapy #counseling #counselling
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00:00 Introduction and overview of aging and mental health by Dr. Donal Snipes.
00:33 Physical changes starting at age 40, including hormonal shifts.
01:36 The grieving process of aging and its emotional effects.
02:06 Cognitive adaptations and resistance to change in older adults.
03:07 Control issues and psychological resistance to aging tools.
03:38 Frustration, irritability, and depressive episodes linked to physical and cognitive decline.
04:42 Grief due to loss of functionality and processing limitations.
06:50 Hormonal changes impacting cognitive health, including loss of neuroprotection.
08:24 Neurotransmitter decline with age, including serotonin and dopamine reductions.
13:41 Oxytocin’s role in bonding and mood, with strategies to increase levels.
18:54 Thyroid health in older adults, focusing on hypothyroidism prevalence.
23:04 Declines in liver and kidney function affecting detoxification and medication processing.
25:09 Effects of thinning skin on vitamin D production and wound healing.
26:12 Challenges with nutritional absorption despite a healthy diet.
33:37 Muscle mass loss and the benefits of resistance training for older adults.
35:42 Arterial stiffening, hypertension risks, and mitigation strategies.
37:50 Oxygenation challenges and the importance of deep breathing exercises.
41:35 Cognitive slowing and strategies to address memory issues.
45:54 Vision and hearing loss and their links to dementia risks.
47:27 Diminished taste and appetite, and strategies for nutritional challenges.
1:00:04 Environmental adjustments to ensure safety and independence for aging individuals.
#selfhelp #cognitivebehavioraltherapy #counseling #counselling
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