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[quote=Anonymous]I think I would worry a bit if this was a marked change for him, or a deviation from his normal behavior; it could reflect some depression, which isn’t uncommon in the elderly. If he seemed content, it would be less of a concern but it sounds like he is expressing some distress about the patterns of his days? Would he be receptive to adding some structure to his day through activities at a senior center, volunteering, etc? Does he have friends who he socializes with? Had your mom managed their social life, and now he’s at loose ends? That’s pretty common with widowers. I think you can ask him directly if he’s experiencing signs of depression. It’s common and often overlooked as “normal” in the elderly. Do you have the ability to meet your dad for walks occasionally?[/quote]
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