Jennifer Nelson

Jennifer Nelson is a Florida-based writer who also writes for MSNBC, FOXnews and AARP.

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What to Do When a Parent’s Cognitive Decline Impairs Money Management

Middle-aged man helping his dad with finances

The warning signs, plus experts' advice on how to step in

MAY 25, 2020 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

Coping With Mental Health Issues During the Coronavirus Crisis

Experts provide advice for some of the most common disorders

MARCH 27, 2020 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

5 Money Mistakes Not to Make With Your Midlife Partner

man and woman look at laptop together with papers, money, and calculator in front of them

As Valentine's Day nears, these tips could help your relationship bloom

FEBRUARY 13, 2020 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

7 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk of Dementia

Check your progress in these areas of a brain-healthy lifestyle

JANUARY 2, 2020 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

Psychotherapy at Home: Telehealth Makes it Possible

The service is becoming more common, offering a number of benefits

NOVEMBER 5, 2019 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

Overcoming Money Math Skills That Haunt Us

How not to let percentages, tips and critical thinking spook you

OCTOBER 31, 2019 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

Is Your Money Happy?

6 ways the 'Happy Money' author says you can improve your money attitude

AUGUST 20, 2019 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

How to Manage Stress When It’s Affecting Your Health

Talk therapy, meditation and exercise are some of the ways to de-stress

JUNE 20, 2019 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

The Lesser-Known Symptoms of Depression

For some people, they range beyond persistent sadness and crying

MAY 8, 2019 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

How Money Problems Can Lead to Physical Pain

6 ways to address financial issues in your life and reduce stress

AUGUST 18, 2017 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

Shared Medical Appointments: Are They for You?

Patients report gaining knowledge and support from other group members

OCTOBER 31, 2016 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

What’s Behind Your Everyday Aches and Pains

How to get to the bottom of your suffering and find relief

MARCH 10, 2016 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

5 Biases That May Be Costing You a Fortune

Here's what they are and how to fight them

MARCH 3, 2016 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

How Much Health Information Should You Share on Social Media?

When to spread the word and when to keep things private

JANUARY 28, 2016 | By Jennifer Nelson

Money & Policy

What to Do If You Won the Powerball Lottery

Electronic Powerball sign in Northwest Washington DC on January 11, 2016

How to avoid turning a lump sum into a dim sum

JANUARY 14, 2016 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

6 Surprising Ways to Ward Off Heart Attacks

Keep your risk down by following these tips

DECEMBER 14, 2015 | By Jennifer Nelson

Health

Feeling Foggy After Cancer Treatment? It Could Be Chemo Brain

Why this side effect happens and what to do about it

Special Report

Four long-term survivors of HIV: Joseph Gaxiola, Stephanie Stuart, Sharon Bosley and Robert Toth

Still Here, Still Positive

A series on America's first generation aging with HIV/AIDS

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Special Report

Group of older adults enjoying coffee at a coffee house.

In Good Company

We all feel lonely at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.