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It Needs to Happen, but the Idea of Creating a Will Makes Me Anxious November 6, 2017 . 6 Comments
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I’ve managed to get to age 66 without writing a will. The thought has always terrified me, but now it’s more real than ever. As my kids start (gently) pressuring ... Read More
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How Relationships May Change with an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis September 26, 2017 . 4 Comments
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, irreversible brain condition characterized by damage to the brain nerve cells. It is the most prevalent form of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of ... Read More
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Could Infections, Bacteria Be Factors in Alzheimer’s Risk? July 26, 2017 . 3 Comments
The brains of people who die with Alzheimer’s contain different proportions of some bacteria than do the brains of people without the disease, according to a study published in the journal ... Read More
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In Seniors, Sense of Purpose in Life Linked to Better Sleep Quality July 17, 2017 . 1 Comment
Older adults who feel a sense of purpose in life during the day may sleep better at night, according to a paper published in the journal Sleep Science and Practice. According to the American ... Read More
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Chronic Pain May Increase Risk of Dementia in Seniors June 8, 2017 . 2 Comments
Seniors with chronic pain may experience more rapid age-related cognitive decline, increasing the likelihood of developing dementia, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. ... Read More
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Animal Study Suggests Cannabis Might Reverse Brain Aging May 16, 2017 . 1 Comment
In a study published in the journal Nature Medicine, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—the active ingredient in cannabis—reversed age-related cognitive decline in mice. Mice, like humans, ... Read More
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Support from Children, Families Lowers Seniors’ Dementia Risk May 11, 2017 . 3 Comments
Positive, supportive relationships with children and romantic partners can lower seniors’ risk of developing dementia, according to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. ... Read More
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Aging Makes Deep, Restful Sleep More Difficult to Achieve April 20, 2017 . 3 Comments
Aging harms the brain’s ability to trigger deep and restful sleep, according to a review published in the journal Neuron. As a result, seniors often have more difficulty falling asleep ... Read More
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Sleep Pattern Changes Could Mean a Heightened Dementia Risk March 15, 2017 . 1 Comment
Excessive sleep could be an early warning sign of dementia, according to a study published in the journal Neurology. Researchers found seniors who begin sleeping more than nine hours per ... Read More
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Syrian War Creates Childhood Mental Health Crisis, and Other News March 10, 2017 . 3 Comments
Six years of fighting in Syria have exposed a generation to horrific violence. “Invisible Wounds,” a new report from Save the Children, highlights the immense mental health toll of ... Read More
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How Can I Deal with Profound Regret? February 3, 2017 . 5 Comments
Dear GoodTherapy.org, Throughout my life, I’ve seemed to encounter many scenarios where I’ve been presented with choices or opportunities that had the power to completely change ... Read More
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Obamacare Repeal Could Endanger Mental Health, and Other News January 20, 2017 . 9 Comments
Last week, the Senate voted on a budget that could defund the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The move is the first step toward achieving the promise of Senate Republicans to “repeal and replace” ... Read More