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Topic- Mental health
Even worrying about job loss impacts health
In a recent article in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (181[5] September 1, 2009), the author pointed out that during times of economic recession, the death rate in richer countries declines, while the death rate in poor countries increases. This results from the combination of economic capacity and social policy. Short of mortality, simply worrying about job loss during uncertain economic times has the potential to affect the health of people who are still employed.
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Psychology finds positive aspects of aging
At the recent meeting of the American Psychological Association, one of the addresses was by Steven Blair, PED, a member of the ICAA Advisory Board, who said that psychologists can be integral in helping patients understand the health hazards of being inactive and encouraging people to look for more ways to get moving. Blair noted that emerging research is showing how physical activity promotes brain health.
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Reduce depression by losing weight
Obesity is costly for individuals, as well as for economies. Background in a new investigation states that people with depression were typically excluded from studies on weight management because of a fear that their depression would increase. Their findings show that fear was unfounded.
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Fear can inhibit elders from going outdoors
Summer months with longer daytime, more sunshine and warmer temperatures significantly influence physical activity among older adults (ICAA Research Review, 9(2) 2009).
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