Saturday, March 10, 2012
10 Types of Medications That Can Make You Feel Depressed Here's a checklist of drugs to watch out for
10 Types of Medications That Can Make You Feel Depressed
Here's a checklist of drugs to watch out for
Researchers have long known that many drugs can make us feel down or even depressed and that, as we age, our changing body chemistries put us at a greater risk for this side effect. But few doctors think to review the medications list when their patients have the telltale symptoms of depression: lack of energy, listlessness, feeling rundown, excessive fatigue, changes in appetite and sleeping patterns, sadness, despair. As a result, they often layer on top of the drugs causing those symptoms a new drug, such as an antidepressant, for treating them, which may in turn trigger additional side effects.
Money and Legal Articles
- Tax Tips for Caregivers
Helping caregivers understand tax laws and take advantage of the tax benefits that are available when supporting an elderly parent
Tax tips for caregivers » - Paying for Care
How can you help pay for your elderly loved one's care? Can you be paid for the care you are providing your parents? Caregivers ask these questions regularly. We have answers.
Paying for care and getting paid for caregiving » - Financial Matters
Some parents planned well for retirement while others did not. Whether your parents overspend or have plenty in the bank, there are things you must know about helping manage their finances.
Money management know-how » - Medicare & Medicaid
These programs can confuse the elderly and caregivers alike. While there can be piles of paperwork coupled with frustrating hours on hold, these programs are lifelines for millions of Americans.
Medicare & Medicaid coverage »
The Caregiver....How are YOU doing today?
The Caregiver....How are YOU doing today?
This seems to be a question that is not asked enough or we think what we are feeling is not as important as what our loved one is going through. This job we have taken on is a tough one and there are days when I think my "stress rope" cannot be pulled any tighter. Then there are other times that make those bad days just a memory. Do you feel like banging your head against a wall one day? And then the next day your loved one is attentive and loving and comprehends whatever you say? There are some who keep those feelings bottled up within themselves; others take the time for outside resources and others who look at sites such as this for some understanding. I do better when I have someone else to bounce my feelings off of. Let's face it....we aren't superhuman and besides ourselves and perhaps a family to take care of we now have taken on the responsibility of another human who is incapable of taking care of themselves. Do you breeze through the care giving without a problem? If so, I would like to know how you do it, maybe you can offer some new ideas; do you have feelings of frustration and need to talk about those? Come and talk and know that you can speak freely and without judgement and without finger pointing.
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