Quality of life
Reflections on Aging, Irony & Wisdom
,“Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up, but a comedy in long-shot.”—Charlie Chaplin To paraphrase the wise comedian, life is ironic—a paradox that sometimes…
150 Minutes per Week of Physical Activity Associated with Healthy Aging
,Individuals who are physically active are likely to live longer, but how does physical activity in older adulthood affect quality of life? Does physical activity…
Neighborhood Social Cohesion & Social Capital: Implications for Older Adult Well-Being
,It has been well-established that singlehood and poverty in older adulthood are associated with lower subjective well-being. However, a recent study published in the Gerontologist…
Predicting Happiness in Our Oldest Years
,Happiness is believed to partly stem from comparison of one’s current situation relative to past achievements. Very little is known about happiness and its impact…