Counselling for people affected by age-related sight loss

Summary

Sight loss is a leading cause of disability in older adults and is associated with reduced quality of life and increased risk of anxiety and depression. This briefing considers the relationship between age-related sight loss and common mental health problems, along with the benefits and barriers to counselling.

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Sight loss is a leading cause of disability in older adults and is associated with reduced quality of life and increased risk of anxiety and depression.

Publisher(s):

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Journal/Book/Website Title

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Date Published

01/10/2019

Peer Reviewed:

Yes

Reference(Citation):

BACP (2019) Counselling for people affected by age-related sight loss. Available at: https://www.bacp.co.uk/about-us/advancing-the-profession/influencing-decision-makers/older-people/counselling-for-people-affected-by-age-related-sight-loss/

Country of Publication:

United Kingdom

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United Kingdom

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Research Report