Happiness Update
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The Harvard Study of Adult Development followed a large population of adults for eight decades uncovering what contributed most to their well-being and happiness.

The study found caring for your health and building loving relationships contributed ...

Seek Accommodations Before Classes
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The National ...

Speech-Language Update
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Language-learning apps like Duolingo and Babbel are growing in popularity among older adults to delay the onset of dementia, sharpen their brains, and combat loneliness.

  • Numerous studies suggest that bilingual people develop dementia later ...
Research Update: Dementia
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New research indicates that slow, controlled breathing exercises may help protect against Alzheimer's disease. Researchers measured biomarkers in blood plasma associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's, particularly amyloid beta 40 and ...

Accurate Estimates of Hearing Loss
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A study on hearing loss using a nationally representative sample of 2803 older Americans revealed that approximately one-third of them have hearing loss, with a higher frequency among those of Hispanic and White ethnicity.

The study estimated ...

Help Your Child Thrive
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Children with speech or hearing disorders share the same goals and aspirations as their peers without these challenges — they want to learn, grow, and thrive. Despite facing unique complications, children with communication disorders can achieve great ...

Guide to Constructive Conversations
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Talking to a family member about hearing loss can be daunting, but it's essential to approach the conversation with compassion and support. Encouraging them to seek help is crucial for their overall health and well-being.

One helpful tool to ...

Proven Gateway to a Healthier You
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If you’re avoiding hearing aids because you feel they’re an admission of old age or disability, it's time to reconsider.

Today the research evidence is clear: Untreated hearing loss threatens your physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. ...

First Randomized Control Study
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A new study published in The Lancet found that using hearing aids reduced the risk of cognitive decline by 48% in older adults who were already at higher risk. Cognitive decline ranges from mild impairment to dementia.

For a decade, ...

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