Posts Tagged ‘grief’
Can Pets Help to Manage Grief in Seniors?
Losing a loved one is extremely stressful and many people find that the grief they experience affects them physically. Sometimes, a person’s body reacts to the grief as if it is a threat. The immune system responds to this threat by making the tissues in the body swell. Inflammation can contribute to heart disease, arthritis,…
Read MoreThe Difference Between Grief, Depression and Dementia
Knowing how to tell the difference between depression, grief and dementia can help you make sure that your loved one gets the right treatment. Part of the natural process of aging is coming face to face with loss. The Connection between Loss, Grief and Depression As we age, we encounter many types of loss. Some…
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