A prime example of elderspeak: Cindy Smith was visiting her father in his assisted living apartment in Roseville, California. An aide who was trying to induce him to do something — Smith no longer remembers exactly what — said, “Let me help you, sweetheart.” “He just gave her The Look — under his bushy eyebrows […]
Published on May 9, 2025
The Trump administration must soon make a decision that will affect millions of Americans’ ability to access and afford mental health and addiction care. The administration is facing a May 12 deadline to declare if it will defend Biden-era regulations that aim to enforce mental health parity — the idea that insurers must cover mental […]
Published on May 9, 2025
When you feel like you have been wronged, letting go of anger is hard. But it is worth it. Experts from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health say studies have found that forgiveness may lower levels of depression, anxiety and hostility. It’s also linked to reduced… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]
Published on May 8, 2025