Altered States: New Research & Federal Support For Cannabis & CBD For Older Adults
March 11, 2026
While we know that cannabis use has risen among older adults in recent years, many in the medical community continue to warn about some of the hazards and concerns that may accompany such use, especially as data to support the potential benefits of cannabis is lacking in many respects. A…
Things Are Looking Up: A Positive Aging Attitude Can Help Your Mind & Body
March 11, 2026
We’ve previously extolled the power of positive attitudes about aging to help you spend your later years in better health and perhaps even live longer. We’ve cited the seminal work of Professor Becca Levy of Yale University for her pioneering research in this field, and in her recent book, Breaking…
Predictions And Prevention: Research Moves Closer To Diagnosing Alzheimer’s In Advance of Symptoms
February 25, 2026
You may remember that, back in November, we reported on the emergence of additional blood biomarker tests for Alzheimer’s that, while not actually giving you an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, would be able to rule out one of the proteins highly predictive of Alzheimer’s in patients who are experiencing worrisome symptoms. In…
No Brainer: New Support For Brain Games And Other Cognitive Enrichment
February 18, 2026
Back in October of 2025, we highlighted a new study that seemed to demonstrate that playing certain brain games could restore a chemical neurotransmitter in the brain, thereby lowering your risk of cognitive decline and improving memory and thinking skills. Now we have evidence from a new study, under the…
Friendships Over 50: Maintaining And Expanding Your Friendship Network
February 11, 2026
For many, the approach of Valentine’s Day does not necessarily include a romantic interlude with your honey, but rather an opportunity to express your love and affection for your “Galentine,” that is, a moment dedicated to expressions of love and gratitude for deep friendships. As Euripides once said, “One loyal…
Artificial Intimacy: The Rise Of Romance Scams Among Older Adults
February 11, 2026
There’s no doubt that today’s technology is a double-edged sword. It allows us to meet new people, sustain long-distance relationships, and explore new possibilities, all at our fingertips. Never before has such a breadth and depth of knowledge and opportunities been so accessible to so many. Yet at the same…