Local senior center helps older adults stay physically, mentally fit
For older residents, there is also the option of heading to a senior center and taking part in the activities they offer.
As older adults bond over competition, organizers seek to grow event
Competition and fun filled the crisp air Wednesday as Santa Fe welcomed 460 people aged 50 and over for the first New Mexico Senior Olympics State Games-North. Despite the cold, participants stayed ...
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Do brain games really keep your brain sharp?
Sleep and diet also play a big role in keeping your brain healthy. Getting enough sleep gives your brain time to process ...
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Study: Engaging in leisure activity can trigger better eating, cognitive health among older adults
A new study assessed the relationship between leisure activity and depression in older adults. Though the two are not linked, ...
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Health Column: Support for older adults to stay active all winter long
Exercise and socialization have many life-changing benefits for older adults. Regular activity is the most effective strategy ...
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Your Guide to Understanding Depression in Elderly and Older Adults
Older adults are more likely to suffer from subsyndromal ... A mental health expert will assess your symptoms, mood, behavior, day-to-day activities, and family health history.
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Seniors Engaged in Volunteering Activities Have Lower Depression Prevalence
The prevalence of depression in older adults is impacted by age, gender, marital status, education, income, and volunt ...