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Preventing Burnout in Elderly Care: A Mental Health Perspective
Elderly care is often described as meaningful and rewarding, but it is also emotionally demanding in ways that are not always visible. Whether care is provided by family members, professional caregivers, or healthcare workers, supporting older adults requires patience, emotional presence, and sustained responsibility. Over time, these demands can quietly take a toll on mental…
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Neurodiversity & Ageing: Supporting Minds Across Life Stages
The way we understand the human mind has changed significantly in recent years. Instead of seeing neurological differences only as problems to be fixed, there is growing recognition that minds work in many different ways. This idea, often described as neurodiversity, reminds us that variation in thinking, learning, and processing is a natural part of…
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From Classroom to Geriatric Care: Mental Health for All Ages
Mental health is often treated as a concern that appears at specific points in life—during exams, a work crisis, or serious illness. In reality, emotional well-being shapes everyday experiences from early childhood to older adulthood. How people cope, connect, and adapt changes with age, but the need for psychological support remains constant. Children navigating classrooms,…
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Retirement and Identity Crisis: Psychological Adjustment in Older Adults
Retirement is often portrayed as a long-awaited reward after decades of work. It is described as a time for rest, freedom, and personal pursuits that were once postponed. Yet for many older adults, retirement brings unexpected emotional challenges that are rarely spoken about openly. Work is not just a source of income; it shapes identity,…