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Are YOU Ageist?

How internalizing outside ageism messages can be bad for your health and longevity
By Janet Reynolds
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February 15, 2024
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Jan Golden: Creatively Celebrating Joyful Aging

The founder of Age-Friendly Vibes has developed a line of greeting cards and gifts to promote positive aging
By Julie Pfitzinger
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March 12, 2024
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Opinion

We Can't Shut down the Conversation About Biden's Age. That's Fine With Me.

It's raising awareness of ageism and teaching people to distinguish between age and capacity
By Ashton Applewhite
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February 28, 2024
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Opinion

President Biden, Ageism and Cognition

Prejudicial tropes about older adults are becoming commonplace because of the presidential race — and some people are pushing back
By Anneke Campbell
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January 31, 2024
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Can a Digital Buddy Affect Mental Health in Older Adults?

Tackling loneliness, especially among older adults, requires a targeted solution and digital connections may help
By Sophie Okolo
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February 21, 2024
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Opinion

Why the American Climate Corps Looks Ageist to Me

The Biden administration’s new youth-skewed program is admirable, but needs to be more welcoming to older Americans
By Richard Eisenberg
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October 19, 2023
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The Mental Strengths 80-Year-Olds Possess Might Surprise You

Research shows many octogenarians shine at performing 'comprehensive tasks which require a great storehouse of information.' And life experience makes a difference.
By Gary M. Stern
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March 11, 2024
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'When I Realized I Was Gay, Menopause Arrived.' Was There a Connection?

With menopause comes new physical and emotional symptoms; the main thing I've learned is that it is consistently inconsistent
By Carren Strock
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February 23, 2024
A man who is suffering from anxiety and depression sitting on a couch. Next Avenue, mental illness, mental health

Seeing Mental Illness

One in five older adults experiences a mental health condition, but many people are underdiagnosed or treated. Experts share tips on recognizing signs of mental illness among older adults.
By Elizabeth Hewitt
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February 16, 2024
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Carl Honoré: We Can All Age Boldly

The international speaker, activist and author offers his perspective on the nuances of getting older and sees a positive shift in the conversation around aging
By Julie Pfitzinger
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March 12, 2024
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Opinion

Hey, Siri! Remember Your Sisters!

Why artificial intelligence needs to consider the unique needs of older women
By Surbhi Kalia and Dr. Paula Rochon
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October 26, 2023
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The Aging Workforce

What are the implications of this megatrend for governments, organizations and individuals?
By Edwin Mouriño-Ruiz
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January 30, 2023
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Finding Joy in My Smaller Life

There is a misconception that the smaller life is less interesting and less meaningful than a life lived large
By Cynthia Friedlob
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June 28, 2023
Two older workers working together at their age friendly job. Next Avenue

Why Aren’t Older Workers Getting Those Age-Friendly Jobs?

A surprising study suggests there’s a significant difference between age-friendly jobs and age-friendly employers
By Richard Eisenberg
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February 2, 2023
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Sexual Expression and Older Adults

Putting your wishes in your health care power of attorney may forestall a fight over intimate relations in nursing homes or other institutions
By Terry Ann Donner
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October 16, 2023
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I'm a Doctor and It Was Hard to Talk to My Mother About Drinking

Research shows that even small amounts of alcohol can be harmful. When my 85-year-old mother fell after a drink, the issue got personal.
By Lynn Hallarman
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September 11, 2023
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Nearly 30 Years After His Death, Morrie Schwartz Offers New Life Lessons

From the subject of 'Tuesdays with Morrie,' the discovery of a manuscript on aging creatively leads to a new book 'The Wisdom of Morrie'
By Richard Harris
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April 14, 2023
An older adult sitting at the kitchen table looking off into the distance. Next Avenue

When Is It Time to Call a Geropsychologist?

The job of the geropsychologist is to manage or alleviate emotional distress, which can be done in all sorts of ways across a wide spectrum of needs and activities
By Dana Shavin
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October 20, 2023
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Part of the Pack

Intergenerational guide dog raiser groups train puppies to help people with vision loss, and make connections with each other at the same time
By Jackie Perrin
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October 3, 2023
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Telehealth Use Increasing Among Older Adults in Urban Areas

Statistics show that more women and members of diverse groups are relying on telehealth, which is a positive step toward better health equity
By Sophie Okolo
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February 2, 2023
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How Photos Showing Older Adult Hands Reveal Cultural Bias

Photos of old hands…are they ageist? Not necessarily, but it’s what the hands are doing that matters.
By Jeanette Leardi
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January 12, 2022

Art + Medicine: Healthy Aging

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Opinion

Selling the Idea of Pro-Aging Advertisements

We should convince marketers to create ads that accurately reflect the character and value of older adults
By Jeanette Leardi
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July 15, 2022
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Ageism in Hollywood: ‘The Worst I’ve Ever Seen It’

An industry insider on ageism in TV and films, plus a look at his advocacy group’s fiery ‘United States of Ageism’ social media campaign
By Richard Eisenberg
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August 3, 2022
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New Trends in Retirement Living

Older 55+ communities are wooing residents back with wellness, nature and cultural connections
By Sherri Snelling
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June 27, 2022
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How Ableism and Ageism Affect Older Adults

Our society is not designed for either older or disabled people, but together we can change the narrative
By Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN and Grace Morton
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October 17, 2022
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How Women of Color Can Redefine Power in Corporate America

Deepa Purushothaman offers insight and strategies for WOC navigating the workplace
By Nancy Collamer
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March 16, 2022
Tere Dillard and her parents in their home. Next Avenue, health care, ageist, ageism

How to Make Health Care Less Ageist

A Changing the Narrative campaign aims to reduce ageism by doctors, hospitals and medical staffers
By Sally Benford
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August 17, 2021
A stylish older woman standing in the sun. Next Avenue, ageism, stereotypes

Proudly Proclaiming My Age

We all want to live long lives, so why should those who have reached older age be demeaned?
By Elizabeth Roper Marcus
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November 18, 2022
An older adult smiling and walking on a tennis court. Next Avenue, benefits of tennis

Adventures in Tennis: The Mental Health Makeover I Needed

Despite an injury, tennis has given me a physical and mental health boost and I'm hooked
By Janeane Bernstein
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May 6, 2022
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