Relaxation

Whether you listen while doing chores or relax on the couch with headphones and a comfy blanket, podcast listening has become an enjoyable and educational experience for so many of us these days. According to a recent report from Pew, a little over half of US adults state they’ve listened…

A few months ago, we reported on studies suggesting the potential harm that may come to older adults from using cannabis, including cardiovascular risks and the possibility of developing cannabis use disorder. Yet, at the same time, we also reported on the increasing use of cannabis products by older adults,…

As the population ages and those getting older are more “tech savvy” than previous generations, it’s likely that sources of entertainment and enjoyment may shift as well. In fact, changes are now already evident, as reports show that older Americans have stepped up and into the “gaming” arena, having embraced…

Not very long ago, we published a post about the use of cannabis (marijuana) among older adults, and it was one of our more popular posts when we published it. Perhaps now we know the reason why. According to new research published in JAMA Internal Medicine, marijuana usage among older…

While marijuana use existed well before the Baby Boom generation took hold, there’s no doubt that there’s a strong association between growing up in the 60s and 70s and smoking pot or getting high. The question becomes, is that a safe or healthy habit as a person in your 60s,…

If the world has you feeling tense and stressed these days, then April is your month, as April has been declared Stress Awareness Month! While some of us these days are likely in a perpetual state of stress, so that the anxious, tense feelings we experience seem “normal,” a chronic…