Communal Dining Associated with Enhanced Wellbeing
Research led by an academic from University College London (UCL) for the World Happiness Report has uncovered that individuals who partake in shared mealtimes are…
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Social Media’s Dual Dilemma: Recent Research Associates Both Active and Passive Usage with Increased Loneliness
“The Epidemic of Loneliness: A Nine-Year Longitudinal Study on the Impact of Passive and Active Social Media Use on Loneliness” delved into how social media…
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 of frequent dog walking for older adults.…
Research Reveals Delay in Age-Related Deterioration Among Older Adults
A recent study by the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center at the Mailman School of Public Health has unveiled notable advancements in the health…
Solitude and Seclusion: Returning to Pre-Pandemic Figures Yet Remaining Elevated for Elderly Adults
Loneliness and isolation among older Americans have reverted mainly to pre-pandemic levels, indicating that over a third of individuals aged 50 to 80 still frequently…
Complex Interconnections Between Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Frailty Among Older Adults
A recent study spearheaded by a researcher at Concordia University delves into the interdependent effects of social isolation, loneliness, and frailty among older adults. It…
Education, Employment, and Wealth Influence Cognitive Impairment Risk
A recent study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has found that socioeconomic factors, including education, occupation, and wealth, significantly affect the likelihood…
Community-Led Research Reveals New Insights into Dementia Risk Factors and Cognitive Health
According to recent research from Trinity College Dublin, how a person evaluates their memory may be more closely associated with dementia risk factors than their…
Shattering the Cycle of Intergenerational Violence
Recent research reveals the link between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as physical or emotional abuse, and the increased likelihood of individuals perpetrating abuse against…
Resilience in the Face of Challenge: The Recovery of Older Adults from the COVID-19 Pandemic
During a pandemic, the focus often shifts towards immediate challenges such as disease management, safety assurance, and disruption of daily routines. Despite the difficulties posed…
Less Conventional Paths Foster Greater Innovation
Sociodiversity — encompassing the diversity of human opinions, ideas, and behaviours — is a key driver behind many positive developments. Dirk Helbing, an external faculty…
Research Involving 156,000 UK Residents Reveals Urban Dwellers Have the Lowest Levels of Social and Economic Satisfaction and Well-being
A recent study by the Centre for Urban Mental Health at the University of Amsterdam has unearthed significant findings. It discovered that urban living is…