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Senior Mental Health & Well-Being

 

Keeping the mind active is just as important as physical health for seniors. Engaging in cognitive activities, social interactions, and stress management techniques can help maintain memory, mental sharpness, and emotional well-being. A strong, active mind contributes to a fulfilling and vibrant life as we age. Below you will find common sense third-party news articles on this topic.

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Healthy Aging: The Crucial Role of Mental Health Psychology Today Depression is a leading risk factor for dementia READ ARTICLE

How to Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age Kaiser Permanente While dementia and Alzheimer’s disease may not be entirely avoidable as we age, there are steps we all can take to lower our risk and keep our brains sharp and active.READ ARTICLE

How the Aging Brain Affects Thinking Nat. Institute On Aging The brain controls many aspects of thinking — remembering, planning and organizing, making decisions, and much more. READ ARTICLE

15 Genius Brain-Boosting Habits That Make Ordinary 80 Year Old Sharper Than Ever ... Fun Packed Life Living into your 80s with a sharp mind isn’t just about good genes or luck. People who stay mentally strong in their 80s often follow specific daily habits that keep their minds resilient and active. READ ARTICLE

15 Secrets To Staying Mentally Sharp And Emotionally Fulfilled After Retiring Feeling lost after retirement? You’re not alone. Many retirees struggle with empty days, fading mental clarity, and a sense of purposelessness. READ ARTICLE

Navigating Mild Cognitive Impairment: Prevention and Treatment What you can do to build resilience and remain cognitively healthy as you age READ ARTICLE

Healthy Aging: THe Crucial Role Of Mental Health. Psychology Today: Depression is a leading cause of dementia READ ARTICLE

Maintaining Mental Agility at 70: Neuroscience Experts Unveil Key Strategies for Cognitive Longevity Want to keep your mind razor-sharp well into your golden years? As we age, cognitive decline feels like an unstoppable force, leaving many of us worried about losing our mental edge. READ ARTICLE

Loneliness linked to dementia risk in large-scale analysis NIA-funded researchers found that loneliness increases the risk of dementia by 31%, a magnitude similar to the impact of being physically inactive or smoking. READ ARTICLE

Exercise Linked to Better Mental, Brain Health Moving your body helps your brain, a new study suggests. Folks who regularly exercise have better mental and brain health, READ ARTICLE

Scientists reveal 3 key factors to keep your brain sharp and healthy
Your brain is pretty amazing. Around 100 billion nerve cells work together to keep you nimble and quick in your thinking. READ ARTICLE

Memory Problems, Forgetfulness, and Aging From NIH/NIA
Older adults may worry about their memory and other thinking abilities, such as taking longer to learn something new. READ ARTICLE

10 Ways to Improve Your Memory Web MD Aging increases your risk of Dementia, but there are some things you can do to boost your memory as you get older. READ ARTICLE

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