The tools below are meant to give you more information on ways to look at what symptoms or problems are getting in the way of enjoying your life. I often use these tools in my practice. If you find that there are significant symptoms or problems, it is recommended that you seek out a mental health professional. There are many well- being check lists, inventories or assessments out there to help, also.
Senior Lifestyle: 40 Mental Health Resources for Seniors: https://www .seniorlifestyle.com/resources/blog/40-mental-health-resources-for-seniors/
BBC Well- being Scale (BSC): https://m3ewb.research.uconn.edu/measure/bbc-well-being-scale-bsc/
David Burns, MD: Depression and anxiety inventories, or check lists
Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS: https://novopsych.com.au/assessments/well-being/satisfaction-with-life-scale-swls/
AARP: How to find the right therapist: https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/find-mental-health-therapist.html
The 8 Best mental health apps for seniors: https://www.makeuseof.com/mental-health-apps-for-seniors/
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA): adaa.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults-and-mental-health