Psychological resilience boosts walking abilities after hip fracture: study
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Alicia Lasek (f3)
Jul 25, 2022
Higher levels of psychological resilience are linked to greater improvements in walking speed and distance 16 weeks after hip fracture, investigators say.
Ability to cope linked to longevity in study on older men
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 27, 2024
The effort that older men use to cope with stressful situations is more effective in terms of longevity than the individual strategies they employ, according to a study published March 19 in the Journals...
Oral health indirectly linked to psychological well-being in older adults
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Kristen Fischer
Jan 31, 2024
Oral health has effects on the mental well-being of older adults, but not directly, according to a new report.
Depression coaching program eases symptoms for older adults
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Kristen Fischer
Feb 26, 2024
A program called “Do More, Feel Better” is helping older adults battle depression — but not the traditional way with counseling from a therapist. Instead of using mental health specialists, coaches...