The Harvard Health Letter defines purpose in life as our reason to get up in the morning, our reason to engage in healthy behaviors. It is the reason some people perceive stressors as less difficult. Things that contribute to our sense of purpose can be as simple as a hobby, or as complicated as participating […]
When involved with an individual who is struggling to cope with a personal challenge or problem behavior, a helpful technique may be Motivational Interviewing (MI). MI is a specific approach to helping others create a change in their thinking or behavior. Important considerations in the MI approach are that change is internally directed by the […]
How we cope with stress is a function of our physical and emotional well-being. Stress is a physical and psychological reaction to a perceived threat in our environment, whether real or imaginary, positive or negative. Coping with stress can be a major challenge. Physical reactions to a stressor include rapid heartbeat, sweating, and dryness of […]
In this Living to 100 Club podcast, our guest discusses strategies for changing how someone experiences chronic pain. Our guest is Dr. Afton Hassett. She is the author of a just-released book, Chronic Pain Reset: 30 days of Activities, Practices, and Skills to Help You Thrive. The book helps readers evaluate your pain and its […]
How to Reduce the Stress of Caregiving by Individualizing Your Approach with a Family Member with Dementia Authored by Joseph M. Casciani, PhD Living longer means that physical decline will typically accompany our later years. This may be in our sensory systems, agility and balance, mental function, communication skills, or the myriad chronic diseases that […]
Authored by Dr. Joe Casciani This is an introduction to the new BETTER, LONGER & HAPPIER GUIDE. The GUIDE is comprised of 12 card decks or modules that have been developed for Program Directors and Lifestyle Directors working with residents in senior living settings. The Directors’ goal is to engage residents in activities, programs and […]
In this Living to 100 Club podcast, we explore the latest technology in hearing aids, the risks of not addressing hearing loss, and the options that are available to those looking to improve their hearing. This includes over-the-counter aids now available. Our guest is Dr. Brian Taylor, Audiologist and Senior Director of Audiology at Signia. […]
by Joe Casciani, PhD The notion of someone who is aging successfully frequently implies optimum physical and mental health. But, to me, successful aging also applies to those who struggle with a medical or personal challenge and learn to cope with or manage the challenge. This article explores the psychological challenges of rehabilitation following a […]
This Living to 100 Club podcast introduces our listeners to the new world of Peppermint, a virtual clubhouse for seniors. Our guest is Rich Maggiotto, CEO of the company. We explore the opportunities for the members of Peppermint. What are the classes and workshops it offers? How does it bring together those with shared interests? […]
This event is a Living to 100 Club conversation between two psychologists about aging well. Our host, Dr. Joe Casciani will be interviewing Dr. Hugh Pates, a clinical psychologist with a specialty in working with older adults. We will discuss some of the central elements for a successful aging journey. This includes how people cope […]
