AboutRyan Hale Expertise I can answer questions specifically geared towards athletes and their eating issues. I would be able to assist parents or coaches with questions or concerns about disordered eating practices often found in the exercise and sports settings.
Experience I have a bachelor's degree in sports medicine and a master's degree in sport psychology. I am not a liscensed counselor but I am pursing my counseling education currently. I have also worked with athletes at every level for the last 15 years, particularly elite high school athletes and females.
Education/Credentials bachelor's degree sports medicine
master's degree sport psychology
currently pursuing graduate degree in counseling psychology
Past/Present Clients U.S. national team level female athletes
High school athletes
Semi-pro soccer
Question My mother is 73 she has heart problems and had a stroke now she is suffering severe depression, she has lost her appetite for the past few weeks I am concerned that she is starving herself to death what can I do
Answer Ofelia
It is not uncommon for older people to have depression and have it be confused with dementia associated with age or the person being "snowed under" from their medication. Unfortunately this is very common in our health system and the occurrence of depression is often overlooked or under-appreciated.
It is very important to you to work with your doctor and bring up these questions. If they go ignored, seek help from a specialist in age related health (geriatric doctor). You are your mother's advocate during this time. The stroke could also effect her appetite, but you need to talk to her doctor or a specialist.
