Physical Appearance

As we noted earlier this fall, hair loss and the psychological distress that can result continue to be a target of scientific research and technological advances. It seems that even though hair loss does not cause serious illness or life-threatening conditions, it is commonplace (by age 65, about 53% of…

For older women, beauty trends can be a no-win situation. While many wish to just age “naturally,” foregoing extensive cosmetic interventions or heavy makeup, marketing trends and fashion websites, social media, and magazines all seem to conspire in promoting “anti-aging,” even if that’s something literally no older woman can achieve….

So, how often would you say you have a bad hair day these days? The kind of day where your hair seems completely to have a mind of its own, and no matter what you do, it’s just not going to cooperate with your attempts to place some order on…

Does this sound familiar? Your back aches, your neck hurts, your balance is a bit off, and your head hurts at times. You may even be dealing with indigestion and incontinence issues. While these could all be the result of innumerable health problems (and you obviously need to consult a…

You’ve likely seen ads or online videos promoting the “latest” skin care advances and ingredients: those new components that miraculously smooth out your lines and wrinkles, plump your sunken parts, and erase the well-lived years that appear on your face. But is there science behind these claims of new skin…

A recent survey by the Fuji Film Company, in collaboration with mental health expert Dr. Lauren Cook, explored the emotional impact and meaning that photographs have for people, whether looking at photos or taking photographs yourself. As Dr. Cook states, “Photography provides a shared language for expressing our emotions, whether…