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Aging & Wellness
Coping with COVID-19 Stress: Differences in How Older, Younger Adults Handle Pandemic Stressors
, Aging & WellnessStudies show that older age is associated with higher levels of emotional wellness and less reactivity to stressors. Researchers recently conducted a study to determine…
Read MoreGrowth & Gratitude: The Benefits of Gratitude for Older & Younger Adults
, Aging & WellnessExpressing gratitude has multiple social, emotional, and health benefits. In a study that earned the 2020 Gold Innovative Research on Aging Award, researchers examined the…
Read MoreDeciding Factor: Decision-Making Doesn’t Decline for Older Adults
, Aging & WellnessThere is a misconception that cognitive abilities decline with age. Findings from a recent study on older adults’ decision-making abilities challenge this assumption. As part…
Read MoreTRENDING NOW: Phone Banks Ease Isolation, Create Connections
, Aging & WellnessAs the Coronavirus carries on throughout the country, so too do the feelings of uncertainty and anxiety across all different populations. These feelings, sprouting from…
Read MoreSmooth Move: Older Adults Practicing Tai Chi in Class & at Home Gather Multiple Benefits
, Aging & WellnessResearchers investigated how to implement an engaging tai chi program for older adults, including encouraging home practice. The researchers evaluated the effectiveness of a six-week…
Read MoreHow Do You Live to Be 100? You Might Be Surprised.
, Aging & WellnessIn a recent study, researchers examined the relationship between social and environmental factors and living to be a centenarian. While some of the results were…
Read MoreFriends for Life: Exploring the Impact of Social Contacts on Well-Being throughout Life
, Aging & WellnessWhile previous research has investigated social networks and well-being, few have considered differences across the life span. A recent study examined age differences in number…
Read MoreWill You Still Feed Me? Self-Perceptions of Aging & Satisfaction with Support from Family & Friends
, Aging & WellnessNegative self-perceptions of aging are associated with poor physical, mental, and social well-being in older adults. A recent study investigated the relationship of such perceptions…
Read MoreMindfulness & Motion: How Prompts for Mindfulness Exercises Affect Activity Levels
, Aging & WellnessMindfulness practices have a wide range of benefits to well-being. A recent study explored how prompting mindfulness training via text messaging helps in improving physical…
Read MoreSocial Status: Identifying Factors behind Effects of Social Participation on Chronic Conditions
, Aging & WellnessStudies have shown that formal social participation (meaning active participation in established organizations) can reduce the risk of chronic conditions among older adults. However, research…
Read MoreMaking Their Own Hours: Flexible Work Arrangements Impact Older Workers’ Job Performance
, Aging & WellnessBy retaining older workers, organizations can benefit from their accumulated skills and experience. One study investigated how supporting older workers through culture and flexible work…
Read MoreThe Lonely Brain: How Loneliness Affects Risks of Specific Dementia Types
, Aging & WellnessLoneliness is related to numerous age-related diseases. A recent study investigated the relationship between perceived loneliness and dementia risk. While loneliness has been linked to…
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