Raising Awareness of Mental Health in Older People (Age UK / NHS England / MHF)

Summary

Age UK has reported the results of a YouGov survey which indicates that half of older adults (those aged 55 and older) have experienced mental health problems. Of this population group, 7.7 million people are estimated to have experienced depression and 7.3 million persons are estimated have suffered from anxiety.

The most common triggers for mental health problems appear to include the death of loved ones, own health issues, and financial worries. Over a third of older adults are thought not know where / how to ask for help and support.

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Half of adults aged 55 and over have experienced mental health problems, says Age UK. [Online]: Age UK, October 6^th 2017.

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Half of adults aged 55 and over have experienced common mental health problems, say Age UK. [Online]: NHS England, October 6^th 2017.

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Mueller, C. Thompsell, A. [and] Harwood, D. [et al] (2017). A practice primer on mental health in older people. Leeds: NHS England and NHS Improvement, September 12^th 2017.

Possibly also of interest, regarding self-care:

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Your mind matters: ideas and tips for emotional wellbeing. London: Age UK, September 2016.

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How to look after your mental health in later life. London: Mental Health Foundation (MHF), [Undated].

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