Study: Greenery has physical, mental health benefits for women
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 17, 2016
A new study finds that U.S. women whose residences are surrounded by more vegetation appear to have lower overall mortality rates than those who live in areas with less vegetation. The effects are strongest...
New poll results reiterate health benefits of social life, companionship
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 04, 2019
Results of a new poll amplify research that links chronic loneliness and health issues ranging from memory loss to shorter lives, according to those involved.
Pets offer health benefits but also have drawbacks, finds poll of older adults
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 04, 2019
Pets can help older adults cope with mental and physical health challenges, but they also can lead to challenges of their own, according to newly released results of a national poll.
Unmet ADL needs, anxiety a ‘vicious cycle’ in older adults: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 02, 2019
Having needs for assistance with activities of daily living that are unmet can increase the risk of the onset of anxiety symptoms in older adults, and elevated anxiety symptoms can increase the risk that...
Assisted living staff accommodate resident request for less frequent room checks, then he dies by suicide
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 19, 2019
Staff members at an Arkansas assisted living community who honored a resident’s request that they cut back on the number of checks they conducted on his room have agreed to adhere to state regulations...
Social media use has physical, mental health benefits for seniors
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 26, 2016
Use of email, instant messaging and social media can result in less loneliness and fewer chronic illnesses and symptoms of depression for older adults, according to new research.
‘Artist-in-Residence’ program fosters intergenerational relationships
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 25, 2015
A Baltimore senior living community hopes that residents’ physical and mental health will benefit from a new intergenerational program.
Healthcare professionals’ mental health, job satisfaction focus of new law
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 22, 2022
A bipartisan bill signed into law Friday by President Biden aims to reduce and prevent suicide, burnout, and mental and behavioral health conditions among healthcare professionals.
The mental health toll of COVID-19 — and what you can do about it
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 13, 2020
It should come as no surprise to anyone reading this column that the pandemic has had mental health effects on workers. Recent research on the topic may surprise you, however.
The positive powers of play
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2016
One senior living community has found a new way to take advantage of the good weather while improving the physical and mental health of residents.