Research suggests that maintaining or initiating an active lifestyle can enhance the quality of life as individuals age, particularly for middle-aged women

1 June 2024

A recent study published in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine by Binh Nguyen and colleagues from the University of Sydney, Australia, sheds light on the…

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Researchers have pinpointed specific targets within the brain that can be modulated to regulate heart rate and potentially alleviate depressive disorders

29 May 2024

A recent investigation led by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a prominent member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, indicates that heart rate…

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New research reveals that ageing adults have withdrawn from civic life since the onset of the pandemic

24 May 2024

Several years after the United States started to gradually recover from the enforced COVID-19 lockdowns, new findings from the University of Colorado Boulder indicate that…

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Research elucidates how childhood maltreatment affects mental and physical health well into adulthood

13 May 2024

Childhood maltreatment can persistently influence health well into adulthood, primarily affecting an individual’s risk of poor physical health and subsequent traumatic experiences, according to recent…

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Perceived gender discrimination associated with a decrease in wellbeing among older women

10 May 2024

A research project involving over 3,000 middle-aged and later-aged women in England has uncovered that individuals who felt they had been subjected to gender discrimination…

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A study focusing on middle-aged and older adults, which took into account lifestyle and demographic factors, found that a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) is closely linked to poorer mental health, with this association being particularly notable in women

6 May 2024

Obesity and mental health issues stand as substantial challenges to global health. Studies have established a connection between higher levels of body fat and the…

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Study confirms weight training improves symptoms of anxiety and depression in older people

5 May 2024

Weight training offers numerous benefits for older individuals, including reductions in body fat and enhancements in muscle strength and mass. These improvements are pivotal for…

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Patient-centered cardiovascular care is essential for enhancing equity and outcomes

3 May 2024

A new Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association, published in Circulation, emphasizes the significant benefits of adopting a patient-centred approach to adult cardiovascular care.…

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Disparities in sleep health and insomnia can start early in life

30 April 2024

Most individuals have endured sleepless nights, restlessly trying to drift off or maintain sleep. However, for some, sleep disturbances are not merely sporadic events but…

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The functional capacity of individuals in their advanced years can be likened to an ecosystem that is prone to collapse upon facing disturbances

23 April 2024

As individuals age, the interconnections between various facets of their functional capacity tend to strengthen, potentially signalling a diminished resilience of the system. Research conducted…

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Treatment through brain stimulation could enhance the well-being of older adults suffering from depression and anxiety

22 April 2024

In a recent study led by the University of Florida, a noninvasive method of brain stimulation showed promise in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety…

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Research indicates that middle-aged individuals in America experience greater loneliness compared to their European counterparts, proposing that loneliness during midlife is widespread

20 April 2024

Contrary to prevalent assertions, the notion that middle-aged Americans are in the throes of a loneliness epidemic may not hold water. Fresh insights suggest that…

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