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Talking is GOOD for the Brain
Gerontologists, neurologists, and researchers know that social isolation is a risk factor for mental and physical decline among older adults. But why? The brain needs language to keep “firing” and stimulate neurocircuitry and neuropathways that keep the brain healthy, strong, and functioning at maximum capacity. Social isolation and disengagement lead to a type of
AgingExpert: April Aging Events 2024
Human Values in Aging Newsletter April 2024 Excerpted from the HVAN. Thank you, Dr. H.R. Moody, for editing these timely events related to aging! I plan on attending one or more of these events. See you there! AgeDoc NO, AMERICANS DON’T GROW OLD “The persistent debate about Mr. Biden’s age
AgingExpert: Does Personality Predict Dementia?
Personality may influence whether someone developes dementia. Dementia is a broad category of conditions that result in cognitive decline that interferes with daily functioning and independence including memory loss, decision-making, and mobility. Although well-meaning friends and family try to lay diagnose, dementia requires a medical team for diagnosis. Medications may help manage problem behaviors
AgingExpert: Narcissists – Your Coping Guide
Hi Readers, I recently attended a professional development webinar on, “The Inner Turmoil and Questions of a Narcissist” and it was an eye-opener. I hear a lot about narcissists these days, with people diagnosing their parents, coworkers, friends, siblings, and just about anyone who disagrees with them. The narcissist label has become overused and
A Guideline for Having “The Talk”
Hi Readers, You’ve noticed some changes in your parent, sibling, spouse, friend, or neighbor. You do not know if you should speak up or assume the position that it is none of your business. You may even doubt yourself and wonder if you are meddling or being nosey. Or you may ask yourself, “Am
Improving Healthcare for Older Adults
Last month, I attended three separate zoom webinars on the topic of older adults and healthcare. Dr. Mary Tinetti, geriatrician at Yale University School of Medicine, spoke on the topic of “Identifying Health Priorities.” Dr. Donald Melady leads the Geriatric Emergency Medicine program at Mt. Sinai, and he is an Associate Professor of Emergency
Fall Events, Books, and Resources
Thank you, gerontologist Dr. Harry “Rick” Moody, Fielding University, for sharing these aging updates and resources! BOOKS OF INTEREST UNRETIREMENT, by Chris Farrell (Bloomsbury, 2014). Here is the correct link for a book review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyNpvwg0f1E LOVE AND TIME: Embracing Change, Growth and Mature Relationships in the Winter of Life, by Richard Matzkin (Wisdom Exchange
Aging Myths, Stereotypes, and Ageism
Ageism is the most widely accepted form of prejudice worldwide and impacts both physical health and mental well-being. Ageism is discrimination of people based on their age. There are several forms of ageism. An example of self-directed ageism is stating aloud, “I’m having a senior moment.” Or, “I guess it’s just old age.” Hearing it come
AgingExpert: Meet the Ageless Traveler!
Discover the joys of ageless travel with help from Adriane Berg. She has traveled to 110 countries and still counting! I was introduced to Adriane on a webinar sponsored by the International Federation on Aging. Her blog, podcasts, emails, website, and Facebook Salon include solutions and answers to travel questions most frequently asked by
AgingExpert: December and January Resources
Thank you, Harry “Rick” Moody, for sending these resources to gerontologists each month. We truly appreciate you! AgeDoc The Sufis say, “Be in the world, but not of it.” For those of us growing older, some degree of detachment is necessary and even desirable. But that is not the same
