If you notice 1 or more of these indicators, and especially more than 1, do a deep-dive and seek professional assistance for the causes and treatment plans.
| 1.Falls (and the fear of falling) 2.Memory Concerns (sometimes evaluation can reveal treatable causes) 3.Depression (treatments, meds and psychotherapy, are very effective) 4.Urinary Incontinence (will likely restrict activity and lead to decreased quality of life) 5.Pain (should be managed by non-medication treatments first, but then meds when necessary) 6.Isolation & Loneliness (support systems need to be strong/intact and if not, make it the case!) 7.Polypharmacy (upcoming episode w/ pharmacist) 8.Personality/Behavioral Changes (refer to episode #24 w/ Dr. Chambers) |
| www.betterhealthwhileaging.com“7 Commonly Neglected Problems to Address for Healthier Aging: The Healthy Aging Checklist Part 3” by Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH |
