Tag: older adults
Examining the Advantages and Risks of Intensive Blood Pressure Reduction in Elderly Populations with Diverse Traits
The Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) findings suggest that lower blood pressure targets can benefit community-dwelling older…
Research Shows the Effect of Physical Exercise on Sleep Quality Among Elderly During the COVID-19 Pandemic
On 15 January 2025, the journal Aging (Aging-US) published a research paper in Volume 17, Issue 1, entitled…
The Connection Between Financial Status and Social Isolation in Elderly Individuals
During the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic, older adults who lacked sufficient savings to manage emergency expenses…
Barbecue and Grandma’s Treats: A Fresh Look at Comfort and Nostalgia in Cooking for Older Adults
According to recent research from Washington State University, foods that invoke nostalgia and offer a variety of textures…
Strength Training Could Be the Most Effective Exercise for Combating Insomnia in the Elderly
Muscle strengthening exercises, such as weightlifting or using one's body weight, may be the optimal type of exercise…
Traumatic Childhood Events Hasten Brain Ageing
"Stress and trauma during childhood—ranging from abuse and neglect to domestic violence, substance misuse, criminality within the family,…
Stay Active, Age Gracefully: Recommending Exercise for the Elderly as a Formula for Healthful Ageing
Physical activity has immense benefits for older adults, playing a pivotal role in enhancing longevity and overall health.…
Scientists Discover Unexpected Connection to Stroke Risk
Divorce can profoundly affect children's mental health, with new research from The University of Texas at Arlington suggesting…
Psychological Wellness and Exercise: Creating a Positive Feedback Loop
In a compelling study conducted at the Gerontology Research Center and the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences…
Consistent Dog Walking Enhances Mobility and Minimises Falls Among Elderly Adults
Recent findings from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin have underscored the advantages…
Neuropsychological Differences in Ageing: Investigating Ethnicity and Mental Well-being
Researchers Carol Fadalla, Jonathan Singer, Peter Rerick, Lauren Elliott, Elisabeth McLean, Sydnie Schneider, Lauren Chrzanowski, Veronica Molinar-Lopez, and…
New Study Suggests Retirement Could Harm Mental Health, with Alcohol Use Potentially Exacerbating the Problem
The phenomenon of retirement leading to increased signs of depression, compared to those still employed, and the complicating…