Study raises ‘huge red flag’ about assisted living residents’ activeness
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 16, 2022
Some of the benefits of assisted living actually may lead some older adults to be more sedentary, increasing the probability of physical, cognitive and emotional decline, according to the results of new...
Older adults more likely to have multiple ailments compared with prior generations
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 14, 2022
Later-born generations of older adults in the United States are more likely to have a greater number of chronic health conditions than the generations that preceded them, according to a study conducted...
Psychological interventions may reduce depression in dementia patients
May 04, 2022
Treatments based on cognitive behavioral therapies may reduce depressive symptoms, but evidence is lacking for their effect on anxiety.
Smartphones: ‘digital dementia’ contributor or cognitive memory aid?
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 04, 2022
Smartphones: friend or foe? It depends on whom you ask. Recent studies on smartphone use have found that mobile technology either can contribute to cognitive impairment or help improve cognition.
Greenspace exposure could improve cognitive function
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 02, 2022
A new study adds to increasing evidence that exposure to greenspace can help improve cognitive function.
Antidepressants not tied to long-term boost in quality of life
Apr 20, 2022
No improvement was seen in physical or mental health-related quality of life.
Research informs efforts to combat depression, loneliness in older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 20, 2022
As more evidence pours in confirming that rates of depression and loneliness increased among older adults during the pandemic, researchers are calling for more coordinated and effective interventions.
Physical activity may lower risk for depression in adults
Apr 14, 2022
Even physical activity below the recommended public health thresholds is associated with a lower risk for depression.
Medical marijuana may not aid pain, anxiety, depression symptoms
Mar 25, 2022
But many obtaining immediate access to a medical marijuana card developed cannabis use disorder.
Mentalizing imagery therapy aids family caregivers
Mar 24, 2022
The findings show lower depression and anxiety and better well-being versus support group attendance.