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As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, many people start to feel more sluggish and depressed than usual. While it’s natural to experience shifts in mood with the changing of the seasons, some people develop a more serious form of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder. This condition can have a significant impact on daily life, especially for older adults.
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As we grow older, the challenges associated with aging can sometimes lead to feelings of loss, sadness, and loneliness. But there’s growing evidence to show that by cultivating a positive outlook, we may be able to create a buffer against difficult emotions. Learning to practice gratitude and focus on the good can help an older adult become more resilient, leading to an overall better quality of life.
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Jessica Sharer, Vice President of Clinical Excellence at Presbyterian Senior Living, offers her top tips for staying well. Crisp air ushers in the golden hues of autumn. Bundling up and sipping hot cider are comforting fall traditions, but they also bring the unwelcome arrival of flu season. This season is when seniors are especially vulnerable to illness.
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Happiness is a universal pursuit without an age limit. Although it does not mean a person’s life is problem-free, happiness can be a choice. If you struggle with finding happiness, you can learn to be happy. As the Stoics of Ancient Greece observed, happiness is about the quality of your thoughts.
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Health & Aging | Thrive Wellness
In recent neuroscience news, a fascinating discovery could revolutionize how we think about aging, willpower, and living well.
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Wellness extends far beyond physical health. It’s the mindful achievement of health in all aspects of life, including its mental, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, and occupational components.
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