Midlife Crash Course: From Crisis to Full Creative Power

The journey through change and loss to rebirth, resilience and wisdom.
Midlife Crash Course by Gail FeldmanPRLog (Press Release) – Jul 26, 2011 – Dr. Gail Feldman, psychologist, life coach, and award winning author has just released her sixth book, Midlife Crash Course: From Crisis to Full Creative Power.

Midlife Crash Course is the story of Feldman’s personal journey from trauma and depression to resilience, joy and wisdom. In this rare first-hand account from a mental health professional, readers ride along with Feldman as she draws on the many tools of her profession – including Positive Psychology and Energy Medicine – to heal herself, and in turn, empower women to take control of their own destiny.

Midlife Crash Course is an inspirational guide for women who have been stopped, stunned, left, lost or wounded – who wonder what’s next – and who need assurance that survival is in their own hands.  

About the author: Dr. Feldman served for 22 years as clinical assistant professor in the Psychiatry Department at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and has published six books. As a sought after public speaker, Feldman travels throughout the   United States and the world giving talks. She has previously given talks and workshops on crisis and creativity, the heroine's journey, and resilience, across the USA and in Greece, Vietnam, and Puerto Rico.

What they're saying about Midlife Crash Course: Legendary author and spiritual practitioner Marianne Williamson has endorsed the book, along with ten other outstanding authors. Lisa Lenard-Cook says, “Midlife Crash Course has the potential to be an Eat Pray Love for the menopausal woman.”

Title: Midlife Crash Course: The Journey from Crisis to Full Creative Power
Author: Gail Feldman
Genre: Biographies/Memoirs
ISBN: 1936467038, 978-1936467037
Publication Date: June 2011
Pages: 288
Price: $17.95
Publisher: Vantage Point

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Joffe Asks: Will You Recognize A Senior In Crisis?

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 19, 2011 – “Will you recognize the symptoms if a parent or loved one is experiencing an emotional crisis or depression?”  That’s the question that Senior Market Specialist and 50andBeyond.com founder Bonnie Joffe, addresses in Part 2 of her three-part series on
“Seniors in Crisis,” released this week.  

The “Seniors in Crisis” series addresses a number of complex issues faced by countless Seniors today.  In Part 2, Joffe relates her personal experience with her aging parents and how emotional distress can take its toll – particularly when a senior parent, isolated from family by distance, is coping with the daily stress of caring for themselves and an ailing partner.

“One doesn’t necessarily have to be on death’s door, be over-medicated, or experiencing some type of elder abuse to be considered a Senior in crisis,” notes Joffe.  “Emotional distress and depression can be just as devastating.”

Many seniors today have grown children who have relocated to different parts of the country.  Conversely, many seniors have chosen to retire to locations that are often remote from their adult children.  In other words, they are separated from family support…sometimes by thousands of miles. This can present many challenges as one or both parents begins to experience health issues and progressively demonstrates the growing need for that support system.

“From a personal perspective, I know that these issues can creep up on you so fast, you don’t even see it coming,” says Joffe.  “It can become overwhelming.”

Separation from a family support system is just one of many potential life-altering situations that can lead to emotional distress and depression in seniors.

According to HelpGuide.org, many factors can trigger age-related depression and emotional distress including loneliness and isolation resulting from the death of long-time friends or loved ones, decreased mobility or the inability to continue driving. Retirement and physical limitations can lead to feelings of worthlessness; while illness, pain and disability can damage both body image and self-esteem. Many seniors find that fear of death, worries over financial problems or health, can also lead to depression.

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, depression affects more than 6.5 million senior citizens in the U.S.  Depression in elderly people often goes untreated because many people think it is a normal part of aging.   As a result, these individuals, failing to get the help they need, spiral into illness, substance abuse and even suicide (seniors age 65+ account for nearly 20% of all suicides in the U.S., i.e. one every 90 minutes.)   Recognizing the symptoms of age-related depression – social withdrawal, memory, sleep and eating problems, among others - and getting professional help are critical to helping seniors enjoy their golden years.

“My goal with the “Seniors In Crisis” series is to create awareness about a subject that is so profound and far-reaching that it cannot be ignored or shoved under the proverbial rug,” said Joffe.  “Countless adult children today will be faced with the challenge of caring for an elderly parent.  The ability to recognize the warning signs of a crisis is critical.”
Bonnie Joffe, a South Jersey resident, juggles work, aging parents and a busy household, all 1916338565  while running a growing business. A dynamic, engaging speaker and authority on the Senior market, she is passionate about helping Baby Boomers to navigate the challenging midlife years with confidence, grace and happiness.

To read Bonnies personal story in Part II of Seniors In Crisis: What are the Signs of a Senior in Crisis?,  visit http://50andbeyond.com/bonnies-blog/what-are-the-signs-o ....  For more information or to schedule a date and time for Bonnie to speak to your group, call 866-886-8826 or send an email info@50andbeyond.com.

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