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Everyone experiences short bouts of unhappiness throughout their lives, but these are usually short-lived. For seniors, these feelings may last longer than expected, causing mental, physical, and emotional issues. So, it’s crucial for the elderly to take steps to maintain happiness as they age. Otherwise, their symptoms of anxiety, depression, and loneliness will get worse, causing other mental issues. #happiness #depression #loneliness #recreation #nursinghome #brooklyn

Like most bodily functions, breathing happens without conscious thought. We rarely take the time to consider what we do with the oxygen we take in. And those short, shallow breaths we take when nervous or stressed don’t offer what’s required. Deep breathing exercises are much more beneficial physically and mentally, bringing oxygen to all your parts. #deepbreathing #stresscontrol #neurologicalconditions #anxiety #depression #nursinghome

Traumatic brain injuries occur without warning, causing varying issues. Sometimes, the symptoms are temporary, while severe damage causes lasting effects. Luckily, it’s possible to rewire your brain after a traumatic injury. To do so, you need the proper treatment, persistence, and patience to improve the chances of recovery. As for the time it takes to retrain the brain after an injury, a process known as neuroplasticity, can vary widely depending on several factors, including the severity and type of the injury, age, rehabilitation therapies. #braininjury #tbi #traumaticbraininjury #memoryloss #neuroplasticity #nursinghome

Occasional forgetfulness isn’t uncommon as we age, but for some, the issue is more concerning. They may miss appointments, forget names, and repeat questions without remembering the answer. Though there are several possible causes for such memory problems, stress and anxiety often contribute. These worrying complications alter brain function, reducing how well it can do its job. #stress #anxiety #memoryloss #neurologicaldiseases #recreation #nursinghome #brooklyn

Spinal cord injuries happen without warning during a car accident, fall, or when playing sports. The damage may be mild or severe, depending on where and how hard the spine is hit. A spinal injury could even affect your ability to walk, though this may only be temporary with the proper rehab. With consistent treatment and the right attitude, you eventually may be able to move about again on your own. #spinalcord #injury #spinalinjury #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #nursinghome

Wounds don’t all have identical healing times since it depends on the severity of the damage. Minor wounds may take a few days or a week, while major wounds need several weeks to recover fully. Unfortunately, some turn into chronic wounds that never heal and often worsen over time. #wounds #chronicwounds #woundcare #diabeticwounds #nursingcare

Muscle atrophy is often quite serious and happens when the muscles are allowed to waste away. Of course, the severity depends on the cause and how long it’s allowed to progress. The worse the atrophy becomes, the higher your risk of complications and the harder it becomes to reverse the symptoms. #muscleatrophy #atrophy #musclewaste #physicaltherapy #starvation #nervedamage #nursinghome

Diabetes occurs when a person’s body doesn’t create or use insulin properly. Though insulin issues cause the condition, diabetes affects several other hormones as well. Chemical changes during significant life stages also worsen your diabetic symptoms, requiring careful monitoring. #diabetes #insulin #diabetescare #sugarlevel #stress #nursinghome #brooklyn

When the immune system works properly, it attacks the germs, viruses, and bacteria infecting the body. But sometimes, it attacks healthy tissue instead, resulting in autoimmune disorders. So, what causes our immune system to attack our body cells? Well, there are several possible causes, including environmental issues and lifestyle choices. #immunesystem #autoimmunedisorders #diabetes #rheumatoidarthritis #hyperthyroidism #nursinghome

Our bodies change as we get older, but we don’t always know the cause of such alterations. Muscle stiffness is one of the more common and troubling issues among seniors. Though we know our bodies are slowing down, a few factors affect how our muscles handle the passage of time. Some of these issues are self-inflicted, while others are the result of genetics or a medical condition. #musclestiffness #physicaltherapy #exercise #metabolism #chronicdiseases #rehabilitation #nursinghome