Falls Are Serious and Costly One out of five falls causes a serious injury such as broken bones or a head injury. Each year, 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries. Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). In 2015, the total medical costs for falls […]
Missed the program? It was GREAT! And you can hear it all right here! And you can ALSO listen on Apple podcasts right HERE! We were joined by Jake Sloan, who spent most of his adult life working as a civil rights advocate and labor-management consultant. Jake discussed his new book, Standing Tall: Willie Long vs. […]
Happy New Year! We’re back live with our first show of 2024! And it’s another GREAT one! Listen on livestream at 5pm CT/6pm ET or ANY time after on podcast right here! And you can ALSO listen on Apple podcasts right HERE! Elder justice expert, Marie-Therese (MT) Connolly will join us from Washington, D.C., for a […]
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Question: “What do you call someone who finishes at the bottom of their class in medical school? Answer: “Doctor.” ~ Joke by Anonymous Author (and gifted by my friend’s dad) NOTE: You an also read Dr. Mara’s blog on Medium. […]
Read Dr. Mara’s December 2023 Newsletter right HERE! Now that we’re heading into the end of another year and preparing for a new one, it’s time to look back on 2023, in order to gain some perspective on this crazy year, in the rearview mirror. 2023 was filled with high highs, as well as […]
Being an entrepreneurial woman can be challenging when sexist attitudes color your career. My podcast guest, Diane Gilman discussed two challenges she faced as a woman in business. Those challenges were sexism and ageism. She seemed to always be searching for the perfect male partner who would recognize her talent; fund her in her business; […]
Ageism, a form of discrimination based on age, is a pervasive issue that affects individuals in numerous aspects of their lives. Ageism encompasses various forms of prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination that target older adults, leading to detrimental consequences for their psychological well-being, social inclusion, and economic stability. Ageism has been around longer than the debate […]
Embracing a positive mindset towards aging is a key strategy to enhance subjective age. By challenging negative beliefs about getting older, we can reshape our perspective and adopt a more optimistic view. Engage in activities that promote personal growth, celebrate achievements, and maintain a sense of purpose. Surround yourself with positive role models who embody […]
Ageism, much like the high-waisted jeans trend, is a concept that has unfortunately stood the test of time. It refers to prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination against individuals based on their age, particularly when it pertains to older adults. You know, like assuming they can’t work their smartphone and offering to show them how to send […]
Do you feel as old as you are, and if so, what does this mean to your ability to enjoy growing older. Subjective vs Chronological age are distinct concepts and can have different impacts on various aspects of the well-being and health of those of us who are older. I don’t think about my age […]
