McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Insomnia and sleep disorders: Understanding and managing these as we age
Sleep problems are common in older adults and can include difficulty falling or staying asleep (insomnia), breathing problems, or abnormal behaviours during sleep. In this webinar recording, geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Sophiya Benjamin provides an overview of both the causes and effects of poor sleep, exploring disorders and medications associated with sleep disturbances. You’ll learn about how sleep problems are assessed and diagnosed, as well as treatment and management strategies, including measures to promote good ‘sleep hygiene’, cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia, and helpful resources.
Combining health and financial well-being
Health care insurance plans can vary across the country, and in some cases you may need to have a private insurance or pay out-of-pocket expenses to obtain certain services. Considering the financial insecurity that affects many individuals, how can financial literacy help plan, select and manage health expenses?
New year, new me? Strategies to help achieve your New Year’s resolutions!
Research points to strategies that can help you quit smoking, exercise more, achieve a healthy weight, and improve your sleep.
Breaking bread alone or in company
What do we know about the impact of eating alone or with others on health and well-being?
Seniors on the campus
Age-friendly universities must adhere to 10 guiding principles which aim, among other things, at inclusion, civic participation and the personal and professional development of older learners, as well as intergenerational learning and the sharing of expertise. Let's explore the experiences of these universities and the strategies used to adopt the age-friendly principles.
Managing high blood pressure: Can nurse-led care help?
Addressing high blood pressure typically involves working closely with your doctor to manage it. But can nurse-led care be an effective alternative?