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OLDER ADULTS AUTISM DIAGNOSIS
7 steps parents can take to teach money management to their childrenBe available for counsel and advice, but wait for the children to ask for it. Offering unsolicited advice, which comes from a position of l...- Psychology says people who choose not to have children aren't necessarily self-centered, they may simply be living in line with their valuesContrary to popular belief, choosing to be childfree doesn't diminish life satisfaction, research indicates. Many adults intentionally deci...
- Quote of the day by Meg Cabot: 'As you age, you lose friends. With luck, you'll be able to hang on to your true friends. Because friends like that are more precious than all the tiaras in the world' - A timeless lesson on friendship by The Princess Diaries authorAuthor Meg Cabot's simple yet memorable quote from The Princess Diaries reminds us that as we grow older, some friendships naturally fade. ...
- Yiddish Proverb of the Day: "When children are young, their parents talk about how smart they are; when parents are old, their children talk about how stupid they are."A poignant Yiddish proverb highlights the shifting dynamics in family relationships as parents age. While once celebrated for their intelli...
- Psychology says people who don't color their gray hair aren't giving up, they may be choosing authenticity over approvalPsychology teaches us that everyday choices often reveal deeper values. The gray hair itself is rarely the real story. Identity is. Authent...
- What if the secret to beating distraction has been hidden in the brainstem all along? A new study offers hope for ADHD researchScientists have pinpointed an ancient brain region acting as a "focus switch," crucial for filtering distractions and prioritizing informat...
- Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou: 'Most people don't grow up. Most people age.' The American memoirist's most memorable reflections on maturityQuote of the Day by Maya Angelou challenges the notion that life's traditional milestones equate to true maturity. She argues that merely a...
- Psychology says people who decline invitations more often as they get older may not be becoming unfriendly, they may be becoming more selectiveAs adults age, they often begin declining social invitations, not out of unfriendliness, but due to a growing awareness of personal limits ...
- The spy that cleans your floors; researchers say home robots could be building intimate profiles of American families, and most people have no idea it is happeningHousehold robots, equipped with advanced AI and mobility, pose significant privacy risks, collecting vast amounts of personal data beyond t...
- Psychology says young adults who put posters of their favorite show characters or superstars in their rooms are not childish: Why the brain uses role models to build identity, comfort and motivationPsychology suggests that young adults who decorate their rooms with favorite show characters or superstars are rarely being childish. More ...
- How Americans are feeling about the country's 250th anniversary, according to new pollsAs America approaches its 250th anniversary, a new survey reveals a divided nation. While many, particularly Republicans and older adults, ...
- Bottled-up stress is causing you more damage than you think - A new study suggests silent stress could be quietly stealing older adults' memoriesBottled-up stress, particularly internalized feelings of hopelessness, is silently eroding memory in older Chinese Americans, a Rutgers Hea...
- Psychology says sisters who behave like mothers are not controlling: Why some girls naturally become the second parent in the familyPsychology suggests that sisters who often behave like mothers are rarely trying to control everyone around them. More often, they are resp...
- Psychology says people in their 60s and 70s who keep a handwritten address book aren’t out of touch: They’re protecting important relationships in a form they trust, because memory often feels more reliable when information can be seen, touched, and easily foundMany adults in their 60s and 70s still prefer handwritten address books, not out of technophobia, but as a dependable memory support. Resea...
- Psychology says introverts who seem most at ease in their 50s and 60s are not the ones who overcame introversion; they are often the ones who stopped viewing their need for solitude as something that required justificationAs individuals transition into middle age, the allure of peaceful evenings often supersedes the excitement of lively gatherings. Studies su...
- Could a simple stick be the secret to better balance? New research says yesBalance recovery and preventing falls in older adults: New research reveals a rigid stick shared between two walkers significantly improves...
- Loneliest people in the world are not the elderly sitting alone at home; according to a survey across 142 countries, they are adults in their 20sA global survey spanning 142 countries found that nearly one in four people reported feeling very or fairly lonely. But the most unexpected...
- Just 4 exercises for 4 minutes per day: Study shows surprising fitness benefits in older adultsA new study reveals that just four minutes of daily exercise can significantly boost strength, balance, and physical function in adults age...
- Psychology says the loneliest chapter of adulthood doesn't arrive when people stop calling; it arrives after 65, when you're still surrounded by love but realize you're no longer needed by anyoneMany older adults feel lonely despite having loved ones. This stems from no longer feeling needed, a shift from past decades where they wer...
- Psychology suggests reason so many older parents won’t ask for help is a fear they’d never say aloud; moment they need their children more than their children need them, they stop being parent and become the responsibilityIn various caregiving scenarios, many elderly parents show reluctance to accept assistance from their adult children. This hesitance often ...
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