Aging & Wellness

Music has a special place in our world; it adds a soundtrack to life that makes almost every moment more enjoyable. Music also has a…

Older adults and younger adults both desire to live independently but often struggle to achieve this goal. Consequently, multiple generations are taking inventory of their…

Although previous research has demonstrated that features within the outdoor environment can impact physical activity, less research has focused specifically on indoor environments. There are…

When we think of stereotypes, we may think of the negative impacts on the targeted group’s self-esteem, mental health, and self-perception. However, research in the…

A vast number of researchers and health care workers have extensively dedicated their time and money to addressing universal interests in maximizing recovery from rehabilitation.…

Exploring ways to maintain healthy cognitive function is a vital part of supporting aging well. A new study focused on higher dietary fiber intake as…

How often during a walk do we monitor how fast we are moving? For many of us, we rarely ever consider our walking speed. Well,…

Imagine putting on a visual headset that transports you to the driveway of your childhood home without even leaving your chair. You may not physically…

Researchers from the Environmental and Occupational Health at Texas A&M University School of Public Health are sharing interesting findings from their study of the relationship…

Few can resist the urge to instantly check their phone, computer, or tablet when it beeps, alerting them that they have a notification on their…

Although the COVID-19 pandemic shook societal norms to their core, it’s no surprise that the lives of older adults were especially hard hit. As one…

We hear time and time again that exercise is good for the mind, body, and spirit. Gerontologists prescribe exercise as an essential component to healthy…