Group Think: Social Ties Support And Extend Lives
October 1, 2025
We’ve spent countless posts detailing the negative health consequences that stem from loneliness, as well as the value of social connections for healthier aging. Both loneliness and social isolation are serious international problems, with a recent World Health Organization report proclaiming that one in six people worldwide (both young and…
Stepping Up And Stepping In: Become A Surrogate Grandparent By Joining Surrogate Grandparents- USA
September 17, 2025
The evidence is in. Being a grandparent and spending time with grandchildren can not only be pleasurable but can also benefit your physical and cognitive health. But not all of us have the opportunity to spend time and share experiences with grandchildren. For some, the geographic distance makes that difficult….
A Joy To Behold: Why Your “Joyspan” Is As Important As Your Lifespan
August 20, 2025
No doubt you’ve heard about the array of efforts underway by both serious scientists and serial entrepreneurs to extend the length of life well beyond current human boundaries. And you’ve also likely read, in both agebuzz and elsewhere, about efforts to extend your “healthspan” along with your life span: that…
Book Smarts: Why Books Are Supporting Better Aging (And New Recommendations For Your Bookshelf)
August 13, 2025
The writer Ernest Hemingway once said, “There is no friend as loyal as a book.” While some may consider robots and AI technology to be the best solutions for the loneliness and social isolation so many older adults experience these days, the reality is that Hemingway may have had it…
Flooding The Zone: Senior Athletes Step Into The Spotlight
July 30, 2025
Are you keeping track of your favorite sports? Have you been introduced to some new favorite athletes? In case you’re unaware, the National Senior Games started last week and are currently ongoing in Des Moines, Iowa. To promote competitive sports and encourage the physical activity of adults aged 50 and…
Let’s Go To The Video: More And More Older Adults Are Playing Video Games
July 23, 2025
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…