Only the more astute of us would notice ageism when we’re younger. But as we age, it seems to become more and more observable in nature. But what exactly is it and more importantly, what can we do about it (at any age)? What is Ageism? The National Center for...
Sundowning or Sundowner’s Syndrome is a relatively new term. Dr. Lois K. Evans, PhD, FAAN, RN, first coined the phrase in 1987. While it has not been listed as an official diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition...
Most of have a basic understanding of the circulatory system and what it does inside our bodies. When we think of circulation, we think of the blood that pumps from our hearts and throughout our veins, arteries, organs and limbs. But many of us do not have a deeper...
As we ourselves age, caring for aging parents becomes one of the things in life we’re faced with. Many adults in the U.S. care for an older family members, some studies suggest up to 85% of us are in that boat. Whether they’re geographically close or...
There are some recreational activities that are just for fun and others that actively promote brain health, regardless of age. Puzzling is one of those activities that can not only be done on a rainy day, but actually has many benefits beyond relaxation. Puzzling?...
No matter our age, if we haven’t kept a personal health record in the past, trying to start one can feel daunting. What should be in it? How do we ever begin? Most critically, why is it important? What is a Personal Health Record (PHR)? A personal health record...
