Journal of Psychiatric Research — Middle-aged and older women who naturally go to bed and get up early (early birds) are considerably less likely to be depressed, according to an observational study from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
Ohio State University — Natural lifespan in humans can be affected by a number of factors, in addition to overall health – gender, marital status, and, according to a recent study, religious affiliation. Here's how spirituality affects longevity. Read More »
Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases — Seniors with gout, a painful condition caused by the buildup of uric acid in the joints, have a higher-than-normal risk for dementia, according to new research. Read More »
Berkeley Wellness — Messages about aging – on TV, in the news, and elsewhere – can become self-fulfilling. That is, older adults who think they are frail and helpless may experience poor physical and mental health. Read More »
HealthCentral — Researchers have discovered a strong association between daytime sleepiness and the accumulation of beta amyloid in three areas of the brain involved in cognitive reasoning and function. Read More »
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