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Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
12 hours agoBehavioral scientists have found that how old you feel inside predicts cognitive health in later life - independent of your actual age - Silicon Canals
Subjective age significantly influences brain health, with younger feelings correlating to healthier brain structures.
#aging
fromSilicon Canals
1 day agoMental health
Psychology says the most isolating part of getting older isn't having fewer people around you - it's having fewer people who knew you when you were whole and fast and full of plans, because the version of you that exists in other people's memory is shrinking at the same rate as the guest list, and one day you'll be the only person alive who remembers what you were capable of - Silicon Canals
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks agoPsychology says the real reason being over 60 is so hard isn't aging itself - it's that modern culture has no framework for dignity without productivity, and once you stop producing economic value, you become socially invisible in a way that no amount of grandchildren or hobbies can fix - Silicon Canals
The hardest part of aging in the modern West is the cultural equation between productivity and personhood, not physical decline.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day agoPsychology says the most isolating part of getting older isn't having fewer people around you - it's having fewer people who knew you when you were whole and fast and full of plans, because the version of you that exists in other people's memory is shrinking at the same rate as the guest list, and one day you'll be the only person alive who remembers what you were capable of - Silicon Canals
The hardest part of aging is losing connections to those who remember different versions of ourselves.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks agoPsychology says the real reason being over 60 is so hard isn't aging itself - it's that modern culture has no framework for dignity without productivity, and once you stop producing economic value, you become socially invisible in a way that no amount of grandchildren or hobbies can fix - Silicon Canals
The hardest part of aging in the modern West is the cultural equation between productivity and personhood, not physical decline.
Healthcare
fromFortune
1 day agoHome healthcare is propping up the labor market, but fewer hours, high burnout, and an immigration crackdown threaten to topple it | Fortune
Home healthcare workers are crucial yet underrepresented, facing unsustainable conditions amid the aging baby boomer population, impacting the broader economy significantly.
#loneliness
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
3 days agoI'm 66 and the woman at the pharmacy called me "sweetie" yesterday while handing me my medication and I nearly broke down in the parking lot - not because it was patronizing but because it was the warmest thing anyone had said to me in weeks, and when a stranger's automatic kindness is the closest thing to tenderness in your life, you start to understand a kind of loneliness that doesn't have a name but has an address and you're living in it - Silicon Canals
Modern loneliness intensifies with age as personal connections diminish, leading to feelings of isolation and longing for genuine human interaction.
#retirement
Retirement
fromPsychology Today
2 days agoThe Historic Transformation of Retirement
A new model of retirement emphasizes active engagement and personal definition, with many choosing to work post-career.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
6 days agoRetirement Can Change Your Relationship, For Better Or For Worse
Retirement can strengthen or challenge couples' relationships, revealing deeper issues and leading to increased divorce rates among older adults.
fromSilicon Canals
4 days agoRetirement
Psychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
4 days agoPsychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals
Retirement can lead to unexpected grief and identity loss, resulting in irritability and strained relationships.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days agoThe forgotten generation isn't the young people struggling to find their place in the world - it's the retirees sitting in fully paid-off houses with lifetimes of experience, waiting for a phone call that the modern world no longer knows it's supposed to make - Silicon Canals
Older adults possess valuable experience but are often overlooked and isolated in contemporary society.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
5 days agoPsychology says the happiest people over 70 don't actually 'stay young' - they've learned to stop measuring their worth against a version of themselves that no longer exists - Silicon Canals
Happiness is not a destination; pursuing it can lead to disappointment and lower well-being.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month agoHealthy Lifestyle for Seniors: What to Prioritize After 60
As you age, your body gets less efficient at repair and recovery, as your: Immune system gradually loses some of its resilience Digestion slows Chances of chronic conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis increase Retirement can also impact your health in complex ways. While stepping away from work often reduces stress, it may lead to less physical activity and fewer social interactions-both of which can raise your health risks.
Alternative medicine
Relationships
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month agoAging in place drives family caregiving, but at what cost?
Lower-income adults are significantly more likely to be caregivers for aging relatives than higher-income adults, with women bearing disproportionate emotional and physical health burdens from caregiving responsibilities.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months agoLong-term care advocates speak out on regulatory rollbacks
Industry lawsuits quickly blocked most of the regulation, with two federal courts ruling that Medicare exceeded its authority. Following the 2024 elections, Congress barred implementation of the standards before 2034. Last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) repealed the rule entirely. Hunter called the move devastating with advocates saying it signals a retreat from oversight. It's clear (CMS) has no interest in ensuring adequate staffing, said Sam Brooks of the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
Public health
US politics
fromFortune
1 month agoTens of millions of Americans care for loved ones up to 6 hours a day while working a job-and don't get any extra money for it | Fortune
Paid caregiving leave helps workers balance jobs and family as millions care for aging relatives, easing stress and preserving employment and benefits.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago20 Older People Are Sharing The Issues They Face That Aren't Talked About Enough
Older Americans face persistent, underreported problems including workplace ageism, mobility decline, inadequate women's health research, excessive telemarketing, and patronizing treatment.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoThree generations live next door - and it's helping this family afford both housing and elder care
Lauren McCadney had always wanted to live next door to friends or family. In her late 50s, she finally made that happen, though not the way she'd planned. In 2020, Lauren's mother, who had been living with her brother and his family in Frederick, Maryland, died. Lauren, who was going through a difficult divorce and doesn't have children, decided she wanted to be closer to her family and help her brother care for their dad, who was dealing with his own health challenges.
Relationships
Retirement
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago32 Older People Are Sharing The Issues They Face That Aren't Talked About Enough
Older Americans face overlooked challenges including disrespect from younger generations, lack of formal address etiquette, and senior women experiencing homelessness due to insufficient retirement savings and inflation.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month agoIsolation adds to burdens for older people
Loneliness is more common among older adults because they're often not in contact with people through routine activities like work. Isolation is associated with increased risk of heart disease, dementia, stroke, depression and premature death.
Public health
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month agoWhy Many Retirees Are Underestimating Healthcare Usage, Not Just Costs
Retirees underestimate healthcare costs by focusing on total spending figures rather than accelerating usage patterns driven by chronic conditions and age-related increases in doctor visits and hospitalizations.
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