Aging & Wellness

Recent research has shown a spotlight on ramifications on psychological well-being related to the way we conceive of our own futures, in addition to our…

Using longitudinal survey data that asked about book and newspaper/magazine reading separately, researchers recently looked at the association of reading with participants’ longevity, as well…

Previous research has shown that work complexity prior to retirement is associated with long-term cognitive benefits in retirement, but what about the impact of the…

A survey of caregivers of family members with dementia who had passed away showed that more than a third reported being unprepared for the death.…

Many older adults opt to pursue a number of artistic pursuits in their retirement. There have been previous reviews of older adults’ arts participation that…

In the Iliad, Homer said, “Light is the task when many share the toil.” Homer’s advice is sage and has stood the test of time.…

Health care students are usually exposed to older adults primarily in clinical settings such as hospitals or nursing homes. This can perpetuate negative stereotypes of…

A new study may shift how we define health and aging. Instead of focusing on diseases, researchers looked at 54 health measures to see which…

With a shortage of nurses and an aging population that needs more health care, industries including Life Plan Communities are scrambling for staff. One possible…

A recent study provided further encouraging evidence about the positive impact that cognitively stimulating leisure activities can have for older adults. It also provided important…

How much does one’s personality develop over the course of a lifetime, and how do our personalities play into the types of situations and interactions…

The attitudes we espouse impact our behaviors, and new research has reaffirmed this truism as it pertains to positive aging. The researchers tested the notion…