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Getting More Hugs a Day Just Might Keep the Doctor Away
,Humans have an innate need for physical contact, and hugs are one form of beneficial physical contact. Hugs are a signal of interpersonal support and…
Brain Clutter: A New Spring Cleaning Imperative?
,Can we run out of brain space? Scientists now say it is likely for our brain to accumulate “clutter,” thereby making it challenging, especially for…
Why Is My Caregiver Beeping? The Role of Robots in Sharing Care Responsibilities
,As the global population ages, the number of older adults in need is growing faster than the number of skilled nursing providers available for support.…
TRENDING NOW: Older Actors Are Enjoying the Spotlight
,CNN reports that when the 2022 Screen Actors Guild nominations were announced, they revealed a significant trend: there is an explosion of older actors, especially…
Mangia, Mangia! Exploring Dietary Biomarkers in Mediterranean Food Groups
,As we all may have learned at some point, a healthy diet can be a fundamental factor for a healthy life. But have we ever…
Have Your Cake & Eat It Too: How to Enjoy Romantic Relationships while Avoiding Caregiving Responsibilities
,Seeking and finding love after divorce or widowhood is a common way to combat loneliness in old age. With greater longevity, evolving social norms, and…
Use It or Lose It: Information Technology Usage & Perceptions of Aging
,With the advancement of Everyday Information and Communication Technologies (EICTs) (such as those that promote e-banking, shopping, and entertainment), a generational divide in its usage…
TRENDING NOW: Cohousing Options for Older Adults
,An emerging housing model is being presented to older adults as an alternative to standard housing. Newsday reports on a trend that may affect people…
Knowledge Is Power: The Effectiveness of a Multidimensional Brain Health Program
,Engagement in a variety of healthy behaviors is important for maintaining a healthy brain and warding off cognitive decline. A recent study investigated the effectiveness…
Gone Phishing: Age-Related Differences in Identifying Phishing Emails
,Deceptive emails, or “phishing” messages, can have significant consequences for anyone who falls for this type of attack. A new study investigated how age may…
Weighing the Most Effective Weight-Loss Approach for Older Adults
,Researchers are rethinking the conventional view on exercise and its benefits for obesity. A group of researchers from Wake Forest University is tackling the high…
Weighing the Most Effective Weight-Loss Approach for Older Adults
,Researchers are rethinking the conventional view on exercise and its benefits for obesity. A group of researchers from Wake Forest University is tackling the high…