Aging & Wellness
Can Obesity Affect Brain Structure?
Obesity has been identified as a significant risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease in humans, and animal studies have shown obesity to…
Research Reveals Many “Hidden” Positive Impacts of Caregiving
A recent literature review suggests that the effects on caregiving on informal, unpaid caregivers need to be reappraised. Much of the literature on caregiving emphasizes…
Low Vitamin D Tied to Brain Molecules Responsible for Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
While the importance of vitamin D for bone health is well-known, new evidence suggests that it also plays an important role in the brain. Vitamin…
An Examination of Factors Influencing the Likelihood of Having an Advance Directive
Due to the lack of questions about end-of-life issues on major ongoing national surveys, little is known about how attitudes and behaviors toward end-of-life matters…
Exercise Intention, Sense of Control & Perceived Constraints in Older Adults with Osteoarthritis
Previous research has shown that exercise is an effective way of managing osteoarthritis for older adults. However, surveys also reveal that older adults with osteoarthritis…
The Meaning of “Successful Aging” for a Diverse Population of Older Adults with Late-Life Disability
Researchers have defined a number of criteria related to the concept of “successful aging,” which usually include the absence of disease and disability, maintaining a…
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