Taboo Topic for Men: Andropause

Taboo Topic for Men: Andropause

Andropause refers to the age-related decrease in testosterone in men. There are various terms used to refer to this natural decline, including late-onset male hypogonadism, reverse puberty, androgen deficiency, low T, male menopause and testosterone deficiency, but...
Caring for a Narcissist

Caring for a Narcissist

Some caregivers have the experience of dealing with a family member who is a narcissist.  How would you define a narcissist?  Narcissists are self-involved to the degree that they ignore the needs of those around them, frequently disregarding others or their...
What Should You Know About Glaucoma?

What Should You Know About Glaucoma?

Generally, glaucoma is caused by pressure in the eye due to fluid backup that results in damage to the optic nerve.  More than three million people have glaucoma, and it’s considered the second most common cause of blindness. Difficult to Notice Glaucoma One of the...
Seniors and Dogs: Whether? — and Which?

Seniors and Dogs: Whether? — and Which?

Given the responsibility of pet ownership, the question is whether it is a good idea for a senior to take that step.  On the positive side, owning a pet can offer a sense of well-being and independence, helping to prevent stress, depression, and loneliness. Being...
Long Term Care and Medicaid

Long Term Care and Medicaid

Medicaid was established to accommodate the medical needs of those whose financial circumstances require assistance. Medicaid is a program funded by a combination of State and Federal governments.  As such, the rules for qualifying are different in every state. There...
Alexa Together Review

Alexa Together Review

If you’ve ever used an Alexa-enabled device, then you already know how helpful its array of voice commands can be. Setting reminders, checking the weather, and queuing up music can all be performed solely by verbalizing commands to your smart speaker. With Alexa...