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Lisa B. Samalonis

Lisa B. Samalonis is a writer and editor based in New Jersey. She writes about health, parenting, books and personal finance.

Mental Health: Fortifying Your Emotional Resiliency

Life experience can make individuals more flexible and adaptable. Here are some strategies to bolster your emotional staying power.
April 25, 2024

More Treatment Options for People with Macular Degeneration

New therapies and lifestyle changes can help slow the progression of age-related macular generation
April 8, 2024

For Improved Mental Health, Add Meditation to Exercise

New research shows combining mindfulness and movement can improve depression and anxiety, among other mental health challenges
February 12, 2024

Where Has My Tech Support Gone?

As adult children transition to the next stage of their lives, the struggle with technology is real for those left behind
January 31, 2024

Now Smell This…or Not

Difficulty breathing through the nose is a common complaint in people over 50; nonsurgical options could help you inhale better and improve your health
January 2, 2024

Stair Climbing to Better Health

While challenging, stair climbing can help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and metabolic conditions
December 11, 2023

Lessons in Caregiving

From being an advocate to finding peace, here are a few of the lessons I learned as a caregiver to my parents
December 4, 2023

Cleaning Out My Parents' House Taught Me What's Enough

After their deaths, 'The Big Clean' stirred up much emotion and a desire for minimalism
October 12, 2023

Aviation Camp: An Intergenerational Blast-Off

A summer science camp helped 'men of science' — a boy and his grandfather — bond and form an ongoing connection
August 11, 2023

So Long, Jimmy: When a Former High School Crush Dies

News of the death of a long-ago crush brings a rush of memories — and feelings — back to the surface and provides a pause for reflection
July 11, 2023

10 Tactics For Optimizing Your Brain Health

Follow these evidence-based tips to help protect yourself from dementia
June 7, 2023

Aging with Optimism: Designing the Long Life You Love

Designer and author Ayse Birsel offers tips for planning a long life — whether looking ahead to retirement, an empty nest or starting an invigorating new project
March 2, 2023
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