Dugan O’Connor

Balancing a full-time job with one’s family caregiving responsibilities can be challenging. A recent study investigated how supportive work resources affect caregivers’ well-being and their…

A new study explores senior living residents’ use of immersive virtual reality to connect with family members from a distance. Twenty-one residents with mild cognitive…

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruption to daily life, as well as far-reaching consequences even as we are rounding the corner. One such consequence…

Long-term exposure to stress can have numerous consequences, particularly on one’s mental and physical health. A recent study investigated whether the effects of stress extend…

For some older adults, walking can lead to health benefits, but this may not be the case for everyone. Some studies are suggesting that higher…

Health and aging scholars have long been interested in the relationship among physical activity, leisure, and satisfaction with life. Research suggests that productive engagement with…

Research suggests higher retention of direct care workers is related to better care quality in nursing homes; however, retention rates are much lower in nursing…

In recent years, increased longevity along with early childbearing and closer spacing between children has amplified the possibility of greater contact and exchange of care…

When is the last time you were in awe of something? A regular dose of awe may be a simple and quick way to boost…

There is no shortage of news on the rising popularity of technology in senior living; everything from virtual reality to “care bots” is making its…

A recent study explored strategies older adults employ to maintain long-term use of an activity tracker. Researchers interviewed 20 people who had reported long-term use…

Traditional North American models of successful aging often focus primarily on physical and cognitive health maintenance in later years. A recent Brazilian study investigated how…