Tonya Russell

Mental Health Author

Tonya Russell is a New Jersey–based journalist with a focus on health and wellness. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from St. John’s University and has written extensively on topics including caregiver burnout, executive function, and dementia. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, SELF, Forbes, and other leading publications. When she’s not writing, Tonya can be found hiking with her dogs or training for her next race. To explore more of her work, visit her on LinkedIn.

See below for Sailor Health articles written by Tonya Russell.

All articles

Depression and Anxiety in Seniors: Signs and Solutions

Anxiety and depression can fuel a cycle of withdrawal in older adults, but symptoms are treatable.
February 25, 2026

Understanding Confusion and Anxiety in Older Adults

Untreated anxiety can mimic cognitive decline, but symptoms are often reversible with the right support.
February 20, 2026

Interpersonal Therapy for Older Adults

IPT helps seniors navigate grief, role changes, and relationship struggles to improve emotional well-being.
March 6, 2026

How Problem-Solving Therapy Benefits Older Adults

Discover how this practical, action-oriented therapy helps seniors manage stress, solve daily challenges, and regain a sense of control.
February 9, 2026

Coping with Spouse Caregiver Burnout

How burnout, grief, and resentment can arise in spousal caregiving, and realistic ways caregivers can get support.
January 14, 2026

Coping with Family Caregiver Burnout

An honest look at why caregiving is so exhausting, with insights on how to recognize burnout, set boundaries, and get support without guilt.
January 14, 2026

How Mindfulness Supports Healthy Aging

Mindfulness offers practical tools to ease stress and support overall health as seniors navigate the changes that come with aging.
January 20, 2026

How Meditation Improves Quality of Life for Older Adults

Meditation offers older adults a gentle, practical way to support brain health, manage stress and pain, improve sleep, and feel more grounded and connected as they age.
February 11, 2026

Relocation Stress Syndrome: Understanding, Symptoms & Coping Strategies for Seniors

Discover effective strategies to manage Relocation Stress Syndrome and ensure a smoother transition.
February 20, 2026

Recognizing anxiety symptoms in seniors

Explore how anxiety can intensify with age and its effects on seniors. Gain insights and coping strategies in our comprehensive article.
March 10, 2026
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