For the Mind
Aging and Addiction: A Guide for Family Members
Alcohol and substance abuse among seniors is a subject many would prefer to avoid, yet it is one of the most overlooked health issues of our time. Millions of older Americans have developed treatable chemical dependencies that go undetected because their symptoms mimic other disorders associated with aging.
Cognitive Fitness: the New Workout
Studies are proving that cognitive exercise enhances memory and reduces the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Now, new software programs are helping to keep a generation of older American minds young and fit.
Positive Aging: The New Mindset
Jeanette Mednick has had her share of physical challenges recently. Like anyone who has made it to the age of 84, she has a twinge here and a pain there, but she also has a plan: "Get busy and stay positive," Jeanette says. "It's better than Tylenol!" As Jeanette and others with her ‘plan' well know, positive aging is more than a buzzword — it is a lifestyle and the future of senior living.
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