Aging & Wellness

Now more than ever, older adults are testing their physical limits by engaging in sports more commonly practiced by young people, such as surfing, skiing,…

Many pet owners—and researchers—would claim that pets can reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness. Recent research looks to further support this assertion by studying how pet…

It’s difficult to escape the fact that memory declines with age. Luckily, many studies suggest that cognitive decline can be slowed down by engaging in…

Social service leaders, public officials, and academic researchers have all noticed how intergenerational interactions between children and older adults are reciprocally beneficial. When partnered, children…

Although regular physical exercise is vital for everyone’s health, two groups tend to fall well below the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans: woman and older…

Although not new to the scene, Art With Elders is taking the West Coast with force! Broadway World reports on a new partnership throughout the…

We may all be inclined to think that optimism is good for us in some way. In fact, we are surrounded by positive messaging promoting…

Changes in language trigger changes in social perceptions over time, including language addressing aging and older adults. In a study that earned a Bronze 2022…

Researchers have notoriously indicated that older adults are more resilient than younger adults. A new study indicates that they are also less likely to experience…

Prior reports have revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in many older adults retiring early. A Spectrum News article has that number specifically at 3…

Researchers have previously looked at biological or neurological factors to explore cognitive wellness. However, there still is not a clear picture of why there are…

One third of a human’s life is devoted to sleep. Most of us know how important sleep is, but perhaps we do not know how…