The following online resources provide access to reliable information about mental health.

 

Community Resources

Falmouth and the surrounding communities—on and off Cape—are rich in resources for older adults, including social, cultural, volunteer opportunities, and health and well-being. Also, we are fortunate to live close to Boston with its world-class medical facilities, culinary delights, and cultural activities. Visit the Community Resources page for a list of facilities that provide services for older adults, including mental health treatment and referral. 

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​​Mental Health Overview

• Mental Illness and Older Adults-What to Know About Symptoms and Treatment: Bereavement, chronic illness, and caregiving pressures can all contribute to mental health disorders in older adults. Learn about symptoms of two of the most common mental illnesses in older people: anxiety and depression. Information from the National Council on Aging

• Older Adult Mental Health:  Many older adults are at risk for mental health problems. But this does not mean that mental health problems are a normal part of aging. Information from the National Library of Medicine​

• Everything You Need To Know About Older Adult Mental Health:  Learn about common mental health issues that affect older adults from McLean Hospital, a renowned facility for the management of mental illness.

 

Depression​

• Depression:  As one of the most common mental disorders in the United States, depression can affect how you think, feel, and your everyday life. Information from the National Library of Medicine.​

• Depression in Older Adults​:  Depression in older adults is a widespread problem, and it is not a normal part of aging. It is often not recognized or treated. Information from the National Library of Medicine

• Depression in Late Life-Not A Natural Part Of Aging:  Depression is not a normal part of growing older. It is a treatable medical illness, much like heart disease or diabetes. It affects approximately 15 out of every 100 adults over age 65 in the United States.  Information from the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry.

• HealthInAging.org Depression:  An in-depth review including basic facts, causes, symptoms, diagnosis & tests, care & treatment, and lifestyle management. Information from the Health in Aging Foundation.

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​Anxiety

• Anxiety and Older Adults-A Guide to Getting the Relief You Need:  Anxiety may affect as many as 20% of older adults. However, many cases go undiagnosed due to the stigma around mental illness. Information from the National Council on Aging.​

• Anxiety and Older Adults-Overcoming Worry and Fear:  An anxiety disorder causes feelings of fear, worry, apprehension, or dread that are excessive or disproportional to the problems or situations that are feared. Information from the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry.

• Anxiety:  Anxiety disorders are conditions in which you have anxiety that does not go away and can get worse over time. The symptoms can interfere with daily activities such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships. Information from the National Library of Medicine.

• HealthInAging.org Anxiety:  People have an anxiety disorder when they worry too much, and the anxiety lasts a long while or gets worse over time. An in-depth review including basic facts, causes, symptoms, diagnosis & tests, care & treatment, and lifestyle management. Information from the Health in Aging Foundation.

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