Are Seniors Enjoying Sex More Than the Rest of Us?
Sexually active Americans aged 57-85 are having sex as often as those aged 18-59. But here is the surprise (or not so surprising) finding. Those enjoying sex are happier with their lives and their marriage regardless of health status and financial situation. read more (Source: Psychology Today Relationships Center)
When Caring For Older People, Dignity Counts
Older people feel that their health problems pose a challenge to their sense of independence, dignity and identity and sometimes the health care they are given makes things worse. According to research funded by UK Research Councils' New Dynamics of Ageing programme (NDA), healthcare providers must avoid taking a 'blanket view' of how to help older people cope with the ageing process. The study carried out by Dr Liz Lloyd and her colleagues found that people were often surprised by the impact that illness and growing old had on their lives... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
