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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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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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Reminders of Age Stereotypes Have Mixed Effects on Cognitive Performance
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Stereotypes harm groups and individuals in many ways. Aside from mistreatment by others who hold negative stereotypes, members of stereotyped groups are also internally affected…

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Municipal Bonds as Part of the Mid-Market Senior Housing Solution?
, Development & Financing, Senior Housing

Summary: The cost and availability of debt plays a meaningful role in a developer’s ability to deliver a moderately priced, mid-market senior housing community. Tax-exempt…

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Mather LifeWays Announces Whole-Person Wellness Survey Results
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Results of a recent survey of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) reveal that these organizations are providing robust wellness programs for resident and staffs. The…

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Mental Activities Appear to Benefit Cognitive Aging
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

Older adults who take part in mentally stimulating activities appear more likely to avoid or delay significant cognitive decline, but the relationship between activity and…

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Can Population Aging Mean Less, Not More, Cognitive Decline?
, Aging & Wellness, Health & Wellness

The increased life expectancy of the global population is well established, but the quality of life among the world’s growing population of older adults is…

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Dog Walking, Sense of Community & Physical Activity
, Health & Wellness

Pet ownership appears to support the health of older adults, although assessing its influence is difficult because healthier (and younger) older adults are more likely…

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