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Looking to catch some quality zzz’s? Let’s talk music!

Nov 25, 2021

They say if "you snooze, you lose”. But getting enough sleep, as well as good quality sleep, is important for our mental health, cognitive health, and physical health. Some evidence suggests that music may be a promising non-drug-based strategy for improving sleep quality in older adults.

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Senior grandfather and young granddaughter sledding and smiling on a winter day.
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Emotional closeness between grandparents and grandchildren

Nov 17, 2021

Sometimes a unique bond develops between grandparents and their grandchildren. But what factors can influence this emotional closeness, and what impact can it have on grandparents and grandchildren?

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Competitive sports can be healthy at all ages

Nov 3, 2021

Competitive sports can be done at all ages. But what is known about the factors influencing older athletes to take part in competitive sports?

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Learn a new language to train your brain and more

Oct 19, 2021

There is no age to learn a new language. Learn about the benefits of learning a new language on the quality of life and cognitive abilities in healthy older adults.

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Female caregiver speaking with female doctor in a doctor’s office.
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Heading home from the hospital? Caregivers can play an important role in the discharge process

Sep 16, 2021

Are you are a caregiver to an older adult? Learn more about the importance of collaborating with the health care team in hospital-discharge planning for your loved one.

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Aging in your smart home while preserving your privacy

Jun 30, 2021

More and more smart technologies are making their way into our homes. While smart technologies appear promising to support aging at home, can it maintain our privacy?

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