Exploring the Restorative Effects of a Nature Walk on Attention and Cognitive Function

22 June 2024

Research conducted by psychology researchers from the University of Utah is adding empirical weight to what American authors John Muir and Henry David Thoreau espoused…

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The study demonstrates that having views of green spaces encourages individuals to make healthier food choices

4 June 2024

The allure of natural landscapes often evokes feelings of positivity and a heightened sense of wellbeing among individuals. However, a recent study conducted by INSEAD…

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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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Older adults are eager to communicate using emojis; they simply struggle with understanding their usage

8 May 2024

A recent study conducted by the University of Ottawa sheds light on how emojis are interpreted across different age groups. It revealed that while older…

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A study finds that perceptions of when ‘old age’ begins have shifted to a later age

4 May 2024

A recent study, published by the American Psychological Association, has unveiled a significant shift in the perception of old age among middle-aged and older adults.…

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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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Why we all hate waiting

10 April 2024

In 1981, Tom Petty famously sang about the challenges of waiting, describing it as the hardest part. This sentiment finds resonance in contemporary research from…

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It’s not just you: Young people appear and feel older when under stress

2 April 2024

A recent study has discovered that younger adults tend to look and feel older when they experience stress, particularly when they perceive they have less…

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A study reveals that yoga offers distinct cognitive advantages to elderly women vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease

25 March 2024

A recent UCLA Health study discovered that Kundalini yoga offers numerous cognitive and memory enhancements for older women at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These benefits…

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Does attempting to appear younger lessen the amount of ageism faced by older adults?

17 March 2024

Each year, countless older individuals in the United States allocate time and resources to presenting a more youthful appearance. This endeavour encompasses many practices, including…

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Oral health has an indirect impact on the subjective psychological well-being of older adults

16 March 2024

Oral health plays a pivotal role in individuals’ overall health and well-being, impacting various aspects of life beyond just dental health. It is increasingly recognized…

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