Depression and Older Adults: 5 Must Have Screening Tools
Episode #096April 18, 2025
Do you regularly screen for depression in the older adults you work with? Do you know which screening tools are best to use with older adults? With adults with mild…
Loneliness in Older People: Must Have Tools to Address Loneliness & Isolation
Episode #119April 16, 2025
Are older adults really lonelier than young people? You might be surprised by the answer. In this episode of The Psychology of Aging, we uncover the complex truth about loneliness…
How Does Financial Exploitation Affect Older Adults’ Mental Health?
Episode #118April 9, 2025
Have you ever wondered what really happens after someone is scammed out of $25,000? Not only the steps to take after you've been scammed, but the psychological toll? A couple…
My Personal Experience with Vicarious Trauma: Recognizing and Healing Secondary Traumatic Stress
Episode #117February 22, 2025
The First Sign I Was Experiencing Vicarious Trauma I am so glad that you're here and joining me for part two of Trauma-Informed Care with Older Adults. Today’s episode focuses…
PTSD and Trauma Informed Care with Older Adults
Episode #116February 18, 2025
When we think about trauma, older adults are often not the first group that comes to mind. However, 70-90% of older adults have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime,…
Must Know Barriers Keeping Older Adults from Mental Health Care
Episode #115February 11, 2025
Did you know that 20-22% of older adults have a mental health condition like depression, anxiety, or substance use disorder—yet most go undetected and untreated? This isn’t because these conditions…
Types of Ageism in Mental Health Care: Hidden Biases Harm Clients
Episode #113January 28, 2025
Your Hidden Biases May Be Harming Your Clients. Have you ever thought, “Older adults are just set in their ways” or “Therapy isn’t effective for older clients”? If so, this episode is…
5 Groundbreaking Insights on Mental Health and Aging from 2024
Episode #112January 22, 2025
If you’re committed to meeting the mental health needs of older adults, this episode is for you. In 2024, we saw some incredible advancements in mental health research for…
Supporting Older Adults After Trauma or Disasters: A Guide to Psychological Recovery
Episode #111January 15, 2025
Imagine being 85 or 95 years old, surviving a natural disaster like wildfires, hurricanes, or earthquakes, and facing the immense challenge of grieving your losses while navigating emotional…
What NY Times Got Wrong About ADHD and Older Adults
Episode #110December 12, 2024
There was a misleading headline from The New York Times recently that claimed ADHD diagnoses are surging among "older Americans." In this episode, I set the record straight by clarifying who…
The Healing Power of Nature: What Science Says About Aging Well
Episode #107June 19, 2024
Have you ever felt rejuvenated after a day spent outdoors, perhaps gardening or simply enjoying a walk in the woods? Recently, nature has been my much needed therapy. …
Signs and Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults
Episode #107June 12, 2024
Today we're diving deep into a topic that affects many older adults but is often misunderstood: depression and anxiety. While these mental health conditions are prevalent…