Slideshow: Sneaky Depression Triggers as You Age
Midlife Can Make You Miserable
Depression Trigger: Overload
Trigger: Low Vitamin B12
Trigger: Changes in Sex Drive
Trigger: Thyroid Disorders
Trigger: Achy Joints
Trigger: Perimenopause and Menopause
Trigger: The Empty Nest
Trigger: Type 2 Diabetes
Trigger: Drinking
Trigger: Poor Sleep
Trigger: Retirement
Trigger: Heart Problems
Trigger: Blood Pressure Pills
Trigger: Loneliness
Health Hurdles
Trigger: Senior Moments
Trigger: Grief
Any-Age Mood Booster: Pets
Any-Age Mood Booster: Laughter
Any-Age Mood Booster: Volunteer
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