Recommended Reading for October 2024
Death is inevitable, and yet the vast majority of the developed world seems to want to ignore this fact and avoid the sad inevitability. However, death is an inevitability, and trying to avoid talking about it is a mistake.
Scientists find humans age dramatically in two bursts – at 44, then 60
If you have noticed a sudden accumulation of wrinkles, aches and pains or a general sensation of having grown older almost overnight, there may be a scientific explanation.
Dementia risk factors identified in new global report are all preventable – addressing them could reduce dementia rates by 45%
Nearly half of all dementia cases could be delayed or prevented altogether by addressing 14 possible risk factors, including vision loss and high cholesterol.
Embracing New Beginnings: How Empty Nesters Can Flourish
Adjusting to life as an empty nester can be a transformative experience. With children moving out, parents often find themselves with newfound time and opportunities to focus on personal growth and rediscover their interests.
Recommended Reading for September 2024
Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade: The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer's Journey
Zoning In On Hypnotherapy for Seniors
Entering a hypnotic state can improve symptoms of many mental and physical illnesses—and Medicare may cover it.
Older Americans in Senior Housing Have Better Health Than Those Living at Home
Independent living is important for seniors, but a new study shows it might not be the best thing for their health.
Gratitude May Help You Live Longer, Scientists Discover
Count your blessings, be thankful for what you have, and always look on the bright side: A new study of just under 50,000 older nurses in the US suggests that an attitude of gratitude is linked to extra years at the end of your life.
Recommended Reading for August 2024
New York Times bestselling author and co-founder/CEO of The Modern Elder Academy inspires readers to embrace midlife as a time of joy in this “clear blueprint for creating the lives we want” (Gretchen Rubin)
Heading off ageism means supporting patients—and physicians too
Ageism has a long history in health care in the U.S. One example: For years before Medicare was established, in 1965, half of older adults in America had no health insurance at all.