Growing old gracefully without depression

Posted by: Rose

9th Oct 2011 08:59pm

getting older is not talked about, so knowing what to expect would be a little bit easyer if there was more information about coping can anyone nelp. THANKS

Hilary

20th Feb 2012 01:10am

There's some good feed back on here. Many people get depressed as they age because they have regrets or think they have wasted their life. Sometimes it may be possible to do something about the past e.g. make peace with someone you have argued with. Often it is not possible and it's no use stewing on it. Each day is a new day and a new chance to have a fullfilling life.
Health is important both physical and mental. I think it is important to eat healthy, excercise as best you can and to find a good Doctor you feel happy and comfortable with and who will listen to you properly.

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