Nancy Griffin
Hugs Can Relieve Pain, Anxiety, and Depression, New Study Finds
Touch administered by objects such as social robots, stuffed animals, and body pillows also showed a measurable positive effect, albeit...
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Nancy Griffin
May 112 min read
Physical Activity in Nature Prevents Chronic Diseases, Saves Costs
At reported volumes of nature-based physical activity in the UK, the researchers estimate exercise in nature prevented 12,763 cases of...
Nancy Griffin
Apr 62 min read
Interactions with Dogs Relieve Stress and Improve Mental Focus
Research shows playing with and grooming with dogs positively alters brain waves, boosting both relaxation and concentration According to...
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Mar 173 min read
Get up and Move! New Study Shows Sedentary Behavior Increases Mortality Risk
Risk of death increased by 30% for older women who sit for 11.7 hours or more per day, regardless of whether they exercise vigorously....
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20233 min read
Vigorous Physical Activity Can Lower Risk of Dementia Deaths
New study show participating in vigorous physical activity reduces Alzheimer’s disease-related death compared to moderate physical...
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20232 min read
Hearing Loss Associated with Subtle Brain Changes
Increased dementia risk associated with hearing impairment may come from compensatory brain changes Hearing loss affects more than 60% of...
Nancy Griffin
Nov 16, 20233 min read
Following the American Heart Association's “Life’s Essential 8” May Slow Biological Aging by 6 Years
Eating better, being more active, quitting tobacco, getting healthy sleep, managing weight, and controlling cholesterol, blood sugar and...
Nancy Griffin
Oct 28, 20232 min read
Purpose and Meaningful Engagement are Keys to Aging Well
McKinsey Health Institute analysis shows older adults are happier and healthier when they engage more in society A recent McKinsey Health...
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Oct 27, 20232 min read
Two Thirds of Older Americans Regret Not Taking Care of their Health Earlier
Results also show that while most seniors tend to follow their doctor’s orders (79%), 14% will stray from their advice. The most common...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 18, 20233 min read
The Magic of Massage for Aging Well
48% of all massage consumers got their last massage for health and wellness reasons. Despite numerous studies proving the power of touch...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20235 min read
Six Shifts Needed for Healthy Aging
This analysis by McKinsey Health Institute recognizes many people will live from two to three decades past their retirement age, where...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Yale Study Shows Positive Age Beliefs Contribute to Recovery from Mild Cognitive Impairment
Findings suggest that age-belief interventions at individual and societal levels could increase the number of people who experience...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
Strong Social Network is Crucial for Brain Health
Study shows social isolation can potentially harm brain structure and cognitive performance, suggesting an increased risk of dementia. A...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20234 min read
6 Steps to Better Brain Health
Keeping our brains at their best takes more than just crossword puzzles & cognitive exercises...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Protect Your Brain: Become a Volunteer!
New study finds volunteering in late life may prevent cognitive decline. Volunteering in late life is associated with better cognitive...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Age Wave Study Debunks Aging Stereotypes
Today’s modern elders don’t feel over the hill; they’re just beginning to chart their course for their next great adventure. The New Age...
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