A meta-analysis shows that physical exercise and mental training improve global cognition in older adults, with their ...

After Sherie Simonsen’s mother passed away, her grief could be overwhelming. Then, she got help. The Denver resident qualified for free mental health sessions offered to older people by the Colorado ...

The U.S. is currently home to an estimated 59 million adults over the age of 65. That number is expected to increase to 82 million by 2050 – a more than 47% increase. Of the total population in ...

Historical and cultural factors largely explain why older adults often dismiss mental health discussions. In many societies, ...

Older adults can increase their longevity through a holistic health approach that focuses on physical lifestyle changes and ...

Resilience in older adults encompasses the capacity to adapt successfully to the challenges of ageing and adversity, thereby maintaining or regaining sound mental health. In the context of demographic ...

The study links part-time work in older adults to higher depression rates, suggesting that less work doesn't always equate to ...

As you age, physical activity can help mitigate mood disorders by helping support bodily and cognitive health. Exercise options exist for all ability levels. According to the World Health Organization ...

Chronic conditions can have serious effects on older adults. These illnesses can affect quality of life, physical health, and overall mental well-being. A chronic condition is a long-term health issue ...

The last two years have been the longest yet, eerily in many ways, the fastest of our lives. Since 2019, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (Sars-CoV-2) outbreak has led to over ...

Older adults who are disconnected from others and experience a sense of social isolation have a greater risk for suicide. And, so do older adults with medical illness and physical pain. And then there ...