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Greater Life Expectancy in the United States Also Associated with More Quality Years of Life
, Aging & Wellness, Demographic Influences, Health & WellnessLife expectancy has been steadily increasing in the United States, but it has been unclear how this longer life span impacts quality of life for…
Read MoreNew Brain Scanning Methods Show Cognitive Benefits of Drinking Cocoa
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessA recent study in the journal Neurology provides some exciting evidence on potential cognitive benefits of drinking cocoa. The study of 60 older adults showed that cocoa…
Read MoreTrait, Behavioral & Mental Health Influences on Cognitive Functioning
, Aging & Social Factors, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessDecreases in cognitive functioning are a major concern for the elderly and their caregivers, and many studies have investigated factors that may contribute to or…
Read MoreGroup Meetings Versus Home Visits
, Aging & Social Factors, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness, Operational Resources, Senior HousingIn a study comparing interventions designed to prevent loss of independence in activities of daily living among adults age 80 or better, Swedish researchers found…
Read MoreEarly Neural Predictor of Cognitive Impairment
, Aging & Social Factors, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessEarly neural predictors of cognitive impairment are important both for determining the biological causes of dementia and for identifying individuals at high risk for cognitive…
Read MoreMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Family Caregivers
, Aging & Social Factors, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessProviding care for a family member with dementia exerts a great deal of strain on a caregiver, and caregiving has been linked to a number…
Read MoreGait Speed & Subsequent Cognitive Decline
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessGait (or walking) speed has been repeatedly associated with cognitive health in cross-sectional studies (studies that collect data at one point in time). Walking requires…
Read MoreUnderstanding Sleep Problems
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessInsomnia and related sleep complaints are highly prevalent among older adults, leading to mood and cognitive problems and a reduced overall quality of life. Sleep…
Read MoreExercise Promotes Healthy Cognitive Aging through the Hippocampus
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessPhysical exercise appears to be a promising strategy to improve or maintain cognitive function, because research suggests it may enhance learning and memory among older…
Read MoreReminders of Age Stereotypes Have Mixed Effects on Cognitive Performance
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessStereotypes harm groups and individuals in many ways. Aside from mistreatment by others who hold negative stereotypes, members of stereotyped groups are also internally affected…
Read MoreMather LifeWays Announces Whole-Person Wellness Survey Results
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessResults of a recent survey of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) reveal that these organizations are providing robust wellness programs for resident and staffs. The…
Read MoreMental Activities Appear to Benefit Cognitive Aging
, Aging & Wellness, Health & WellnessOlder adults who take part in mentally stimulating activities appear more likely to avoid or delay significant cognitive decline, but the relationship between activity and…
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