Tag: older adults
Walking and reminiscing aid in enhancing brain health among older Black adults
A groundbreaking research initiative by Oregon Health & Science University, which actively involves older Black adults in walking…
Treatment through brain stimulation could enhance the well-being of older adults suffering from depression and anxiety
In a recent study led by the University of Florida, a noninvasive method of brain stimulation showed promise…
Research indicates that middle-aged individuals in America experience greater loneliness compared to their European counterparts, proposing that loneliness during midlife is widespread
Contrary to prevalent assertions, the notion that middle-aged Americans are in the throes of a loneliness epidemic may…
An insufficient number of caregivers for an excessive number of patients is a detrimental mix for the elderly in rural regions
The surge in the elderly population across the Western world, propelled by the ageing of the baby boomer…
A study suggests that loneliness may be more detrimental than smoking, alcoholism, and obesity, indicating that primary care clinicians could provide solutions
Loneliness is identified as a significant biopsychosocial stressor that carries a risk of mortality comparable to the consequences…
Research identifies alterations in cognitive function among elderly drivers through the use of sensors installed in vehicles
It is estimated that between four to eight million older adults in the United States who are experiencing…
Selenium as an indicator of metabolic syndrome in middle-aged women
A study published in the journal Aging, known in academic circles as "Aging (Albany NY)" according to MEDLINE/PubMed…
Improved mental and physical well-being in the elderly linked to proximity to natural environments
The availability of urban green and blue spaces, even in small increments, might be linked to improved mental…
Experts caution against the excessive medical treatment of menopause and advocate for a fresh perspective on how society perceives menopause and assists women during the ageing process
The Lancet has published a groundbreaking four-paper series proposing a holistic approach to menopause management that extends beyond…
Optimal quality in non-profit residential care homes for the older adults
Research conducted by the University of Gothenburg has highlighted that Sweden's top-performing long-term residential care homes for older…
Investigations reveal that tai chi excels over standard exercises in boosting seniors’ mobility and stability
Despite the recognised advantages of tai chi for enhancing functional mobility and balance in older adults, the breadth…
Isolation heightens the likelihood of declining health among older adults
Researchers from Amsterdam UMC and the University of Glasgow have identified a detrimental impact of loneliness on the…