Abstract
The geriatric population is increasing every year which may indicate a rising need for retirement and mental health counseling. It is essential for individuals aging out of the workforce to prepare for a life after work and know how to create a new identity. Counselors need to be aware of the different scales and assessments that are available to help determine one’s attitude towards retirement and willingness to seek counseling to prepare for retirement. Additionally, it is important to be aware that although there are counseling services available for mental health disorders and substance use disorders, these services are limited for individuals aged fifty-five and older. Lastly, there are mental health considerations as they age, and counselors need to be able to recognize these issues and be prepared to provide counseling.
Date of Award
Spring 3-8-2023
Document Type
Capstone Paper
Degree Name
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Department
Counselor Education - Graduate Studies
First Advisor
Anquinetta V. Calhoun, Ph.D.
Location
Winona, Minnesota
Recommended Citation
Olson, Madalyn, "Lack of Counseling Services Among Adults Aged 50 and Greater" (2023). Counselor Education Capstones. 177.
https://openriver.winona.edu/counseloreducationcapstones/177
