Mind & Body
Embracing minimalist living as a senior can significantly enhance one's quality of life by decluttering both the physical space and the mind. For seniors, simplifying their living environment can lead to a more manageable and safer space, reducing the risks of accidents while promoting ease of mobility. This decluttered space mirrors into mental clarity, as a less cluttered environment contributes to reduced stress levels and an overall sense of calm.
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Metabolic syndrome stands as a multifaceted health challenge, weaving together a tapestry of conditions that, in concert, amplify the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. At its core, this syndrome is not identified by a singular symptom or marker but rather by the confluence of several metabolic dysfunctions. These include abdominal obesity—a waistline expanded beyond healthy measures—coupled with elevated blood pressure, increased levels of fasting blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol profiles, and insulin resistance.
A study conducted by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that marijuana consumption among adults aged 65 and older has more than tripled in the past decade.
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Anxiety In Older Adults
Anxiety disorders are more common in older adults than depression, yet they are frequently overlooked because of a focus on depression and dementia in older adults, * according to the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.PureAudacity.com will be doing a 6-part series on anxiety in older adults.
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Anxiety disorders are more common in older adults than depression, yet they are frequently overlooked because of a focus on depression and dementia in older adults, * according to the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.PureAudacity.com will be doing a 6-part series on anxiety in older adults.
Growing older often leaves people feeling as though there is no longer a purpose or purpose to their lives. This can lead to depression and loneliness. However, you (or a loved one) do not have to accept a boring life post-retirement. Seniors can take up many interesting activities to occupy their bodies and minds while they are bored.
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