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In developed countries, as the populations grow older, older people are starting to experience all kinds of mental problems. Cognitive decline is a common issue that is indicative of severe degenerative diseases like dementia, specifically Alzheimer's Disease. Medical researchers ...

While starting your retirement savings early is important in ensuring you will have enough money to retire, there are several mistakes that could sabotage your efforts. These are common problems that many people face and, as a result, end up having to delay their retirement by se ...

Those who survive into their 60s or 70s will eventually retire. Many will have to retire earlier because of downsizing or health issues. Regardless of when retirement is expected, it's important to set goals to ensure there are funds available to pay for expenses during the golde ...

To say the least, aging is no fun. For most people, aging involves some level of cognitive decline. But staying sharp during the aging process is definitely possible; in fact, keeping the mind honed can even be fun. Here are a few great ways to keep your mind focused and strong n ...

Are you a retirement late starter? Maybe you took a while to get established in your career or had pressing financial matters. Either way, there are several strategies you can employ to catch up. Have a comfortable retirement by following these methods. · Seek a Higher Rate of Re ...

Over the past couple of decades, we've seen constant change in the healthcare industry. This doesn't seem to be slowing down with new technology ready to be adopted by hospitals and healthcare professionals alike. · Check out these changes to look for when talking about the futur ...

Everyone knows getting older takes a toll on physical health. However, it also takes a toll on mental well-being, which makes the elderly vulnerable to a number of diseases. By living lives with little to no exercise, their physical and mental health gets even worse. · Lack of ex ...

As people age, their bodies don’t work as efficiently. In fact, getting older increases the likelihood of sedimentary behavior, which leads to health complications. · Obviously, exercise is an important aspect of everyone’s life, especially for elderly people. The problem is, man ...

The much-anticipated vaccination for COVID-19 has finally been released, and while it seems there may finally be a light at the end of this long pandemic tunnel, there are some steps that still need to be taken. Once it's your time to get the vaccine, be prepared by taking these ...

Dementia does not denote a particular disease, but rather a general term for the loss of cognitive functions, which include remembering, reasoning and thinking, as well as behavioral capabilities. Dementia can affect the basic daily life activities and functions of an individual. ...

As our parents reach their senior years, their cognitive and physical health will begin to fail. They will also find themselves in larger homes that are too difficult for them to maintain without help. Combined, these factors make it necessary for seniors to look for better livin ...

Everyone occasionally forgets where they put their keys, an important appointment or to water their plants. Mental health experts agree that forgetting information once in a while is completely normal. As people age, they may experience an increased amount of forgetfulness. This ...

As your parents get older and experience a decline in health, you'll have to think about their care needs. One way in which they will exhibit the signs that they can no longer care for themselves is by failing to meet their financial obligations. They will also make easier target ...

As parents age, it can be a highly stressful situation for their children, both physically and emotionally speaking, as they take on new familial roles and responsibilities. To ease you into this challenging but important transition, here are four ways to help your elderly parent ...

In America, considerable attention is given to a youth culture while discrediting the wisdom of age. Psychologist Erik Erickson has contended that the Western fear of aging prevents people from living fullfilling lives: "Lacking a culturally viable ideal of old age, our civilizat ...

The decision to look into home care for a loved one is a big one. There are lots of opinions to take into consideration, including that of the person who may be receiving home care. To help with the decision-making process, we've gathered here some advantages and disadvantages of ...

For many entrepreneurs, the prospect of launching a new company can be a life-changing experience. But to get to the point where their start-up is ready to take on investors, prepare a marketing plan, and adequately prepare a product or service for release to the public or to oth ...

Transformational leadership has been widely studied because of the great impacts it can have on organizations. The concept of transformational leadership started with James MacGregor Burns in 1978 was furthered by a number of people including the psychologist Dr. Bass. Transforma ...

Entrepreneurship is the beating heart of the premise of “American exceptionalism,” but author Joe Carlen would argue that it’s been one of the major drivers of both civilization and technology. He traces the role that entrepreneurship has played in the development of everything f ...

The culture of any company is always heavily influenced by its leaders. They are the ones that shape the newer, less experienced players and, in many ways, can make or break a company. There are certain ways that leaders can have a positive impact on their company’s culture. · Th ...