Study: COVID-19-related ‘cocooning’ worsens well-being of seniors
By
Joe Jancsurak
Jan 27, 2021
Cocooning, the practice of staying home and avoiding social interaction, is a natural reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, it may be detrimental to the physical and mental health of seniors...
Prevalence of depression up among those in whom COVID-19 is diagnosed
Mar 15, 2022
The prevalence of symptoms of depression and anxiety increased among those with COVID-19 who were bedridden for more than seven days.
ChatGPT offers evidence-based answers for common public health questions
Jun 09, 2023
However, responses generally offered advice and not referrals to resources.
Driving linked to good health
Nov 10, 2015
Older adults are at increased risk for several physical and mental health issues when they stop driving. A new report shows ways senior living communities can help residents continue to be able to drive...
Some senior living operators may find Medicaid payment expansion tempting
By
John O'Connor
Nov 28, 2018
Senior living operators have historically not been involved in psychiatric care. But that soon could change. The reason: A recent Medicaid coverage expansion could lead to new business opportunities, a...
AI model can predict depression severity from white people’s Facebook posts
Mar 29, 2024
Despite extensive training, the model was not effective in detecting depression severity in posts by Black people.
AI-based coach promising for behavioral therapy
Jun 12, 2023
The benefits were seen in neuroimaging and problem-solving, as well as depression and anxiety symptoms.
More news for Tuesday, Aug. 29
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 29, 2023
Poll: Only half of older adults have heard of new RSV vaccine … Workforce mental health needs increase for most large employers: survey … CCRC in danger of insolvency placed under state control …...
One in eight older adults reports using cannabis in past year
Dec 28, 2023
Use was more likely among unmarried or unpartnered adults and those consuming alcohol.
Reports reveal best, worst states for retirement, falls among older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 02, 2024
New reports take a look at the best and worst states for older adults to settle in for retirement, as well as the states with the worst statistics for older adult falls.