People worldwide are living longer, resulting in a significant increase in the proportion of older individuals in the population. By 2030, 1 in 6 people globally will be aged 60 years or over, reaching 1.4 billion. The number of people aged 60 years and older is expected to double to 2.1 billion by 2050, with […]
Thanksgiving is a time of joy and gratitude, and as pet owners, it’s natural to want to include our furry companions in the festivities. However, while sharing your Thanksgiving feast might seem like a loving gesture, it can pose significant health risks to your cats and dogs. This comprehensive guide delves into why turkey and […]
We mistakenly believe there is a grief hierarchy, with the intensity of loss more legitimate for some events than others. The criteria are usually based on social norms. In this article, I explain that the intensity and duration of grief are related to the importance the lost person, pet, ability, or object had in our lives. Even more important, […]
Physicians routinely prescribe Donepezil (Aricept), Galantamine (Razadyne), and Rivastigmine (Exelon) for patients who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. But they often ignore the clout of activities such as walking, knitting, woodworking, and puzzles. In this article, I explain why many common activities have the potential of holding in check the ravages of Alzheimer’s […]
For years neurologists told us that once brain cells die, they can not be replaced. But guess what? They were wrong. In this article, I discuss the phenomenal implications of the latest findings on the brain’s ability to grow new neurons and establish new connections. You will also find 12 suggestions to guide you in […]
Sometimes our understanding of a topic is hindered by the myths told to us and those we tell ourselves. I found that to be the case with senior moments. In this article originally published in Babyboomers.com, I bust the eight myths about senior moments that have prevented their study then explain how information processing errors […]
Forty Nine States Down, One to Go “An’t nothing to it but to do it.” Statement of the raw simplicity of a task, implying that all it takes is hard not necessarily intelligent, work and effort. – Ronnie Coleman As you might know, I am very goal oriented. I love setting goals for myself. It […]
Photo by Karsten Winegeart on Unsplash The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Several weeks ago the New York Times published an opinion piece with this heart-stopping headline: “For the Good of the Country, Older Americans Should Work More and Take […]
Sometimes it is hard to remember that Thanksgiving is next week. Sure the weather has cooled down for us, but it’s still so temperate and I can have naked legs and not freeze my tookus off. Some of the deals I style in my outfit posts are ones that I share in my emails when […]
Fall, is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, but some of us don’t have the energy to take advantage of this time of year. There are plenty of enjoyable fall activities that we can do. Here are a few suggestions: 1. For those of us who like to walk, we can enjoy the beautiful […]
