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Topic- Mental health
Depression linked to older subjective age
Research has documented that subjective views of aging such as older subjective age and negative attitudes towards one's own aging are associated with negative health outcomes. A recent study estimating the relationship between subjective views on aging and physical, emotional and cognitive health, as well as specific diseases, found that the severity of affective health problems such as depression was the strongest risk factor for negative views.
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Tech Talk: Digital human mental wellbeing coach arrives
Here's a look at what's ahead for wellness: digital human coaches to help personalize customer goals and interactions, particularly when many people are still stuck at home.
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Stats: 89% of companies to boost wellbeing programs going forward
Aon plc, a professional services firm providing risk, retirement and health solutions, has published a report based on coalition meetings involving more than 130 organizations across multiple industries and four continents in 10 cities. Participants examined issues arising from the pandemic; shared key learnings and insights; helped develop best practices for moving forward; and outlined priorities to accelerate economic recovery, focusing on work, travel and convene efforts across leading businesses. The report is worth a read for context and global insights on post-pandemic planning.
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Sheltering in place tied to loneliness, depression
Older adults experienced greater depression and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study by Indiana University researchers, and relationship strength - i.e., perceived closeness to network members - moderated the relationship between loneliness and depression. Although the study reads as though the pandemic is over, that is far from the case right now. Therefore, active-aging organizations can help by ensuring as many social connection opportunities for their constituents as possible, especially through technology. It might help to monitor participation and intervene if a member or resident's social engagement appears to be dropping.
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Music promotes brain health, mental well-being
Music is most likely part of every active-aging organization's programming because it clearly improves residents' and members' mood, engagement in physical activities such as dancing, and can reduce stress and anxiety. In this comprehensive report, the Global Council on Brain Health presents 10 evidence-based recommendations plus practical tips for incorporating music into older adults' lives to promote mental well-being, increase social connection, and stimulate thinking skills.
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Negative thinking may boost Alzheimer's disease risk
Repetitive negative thinking is linked to subsequent cognitive decline as well as the deposition of harmful brain proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease, recent research suggests.
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