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No More Mr. Lonely: How Sense of Purpose Protects against Loneliness in Older Adults

Researchers have found evidence that, for older adults, having a sense of purpose in life can act as a barrier against loneliness and its detrimental effects.

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Can Shock-Absorbent Floors Reduce the Harm of Falls?
, Technology

Falls have a significant health and financial burden in care settings. Researchers and designers have become interested in installing shock-resistant flooring in hospitals, nursing homes,…

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Sources of Discomfort in Nursing Home Residents with Dementia
, Operations, Senior Housing

The assessment of pain and discomfort among individuals with dementia is complicated by the difficulty such individuals face in identifying the source of their discomfort,…

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Health in the Older Adult Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Population
, Operations, Senior Housing

The growing older adult population and the increased visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals has led researchers to the long-neglected health needs…

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Gait Speed & Subsequent Cognitive Decline
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Gait (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…

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Understanding Sleep Problems
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Insomnia and related sleep complaints are highly prevalent among older adults, leading to mood and cognitive problems and a reduced overall quality of life. Sleep…

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Sensors for Falls Reduction: Technical Advances Needed
, Technology

Falls are a prevalent and significant health problem among older adults, and there is a particular need for ways to reduce the number of falls…

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Exercise Promotes Healthy Cognitive Aging through the Hippocampus
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Physical exercise appears to be a promising strategy to improve or maintain cognitive function, because research suggests it may enhance learning and memory among older…

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Subtypes of Older Adults on the Internet
, Ageism in Research, Older Adult Consumers

Older adults are the fastest-growing segment of computer and Internet users, but little is known about this segment of users. Are older adult Internet users…

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The Long-Term Care Needs of Same-Sex Couples
, Long-term Care, Sexuality & Aging

With the increased visibility of the older adult gay, lesbian, and bisexual (LGB) population, new research is identifying health disparities that affect the well-being of…

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10 Things You Need to Know about Hearing Loss
, Adrienne Tarnoff and Noreen Gibbens, Health & Wellness

Adrienne Tarnoff, hi HealthInnovations, Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist Here are 10 simple facts you should read if you (or someone close to you) seem to…

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Age May Moderate the Impact of Work Stress
, Operations, Senior Housing

As older adults are increasingly remaining in or returning to professional employment, there is greater interest in how age might influence the experience of work.…

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Training on Empathy May Improve Physician Attitudes to Older Patients
, Operations, Senior Housing

The aging of the US population is creating an increased need for physicians who are skilled in the care of older adults. However, many surveys…

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