Dugan O'Connor

For older adults looking for an activity to improve both their brain health and balance, dance classes may be worth a try. Findings from a…

One of the activities that research has associated with older adults maintaining or increasing cognitive functioning is formal volunteering. Researchers recently looked at the association…

An increasing number of Americans are getting their news from mobile devices, and older adults have contributed substantially to this increase. A recent survey asked…

In addition to its clinical challenges, institutional dementia care comes with a substantial economic burden for state Medicaid programs. One estimate is that two-thirds of…

This study included 41 older adults living in the community and in senior living, with an average age of 79. Fourteen participants learned and used…

Numerous studies have documented the impact that assisted living environments can have on residents, but what impact do these environments have on staff? A recent…

Making a city smarter means using new technology and better design to help make things run more efficiently and to provide the most benefit to…

For many older adults, functional limitations such as limited mobility or even a moratorium of driving have been shown to lead to decreased social activity.…

A number of studies have associated the impact of physical environment on health outcomes, but one area that has received little attention is how characteristics…

Many people begin to develop multiple health conditions as they age, making hospitalization more likely. Researchers have investigated various factors that increase one’s chances of…

Holding negative stereotypes about aging has been associated with poorer cognitive function and increased risk of disability in later life, as well as decreased longevity.…

A recent study of four different exercise classes showed that physical fitness isn’t the only benefit that such courses can provide. Participant surveys and brain…