Facts on Aging Quiz--
1. The majority of old people (past 65 years) have Alzheimer's disease. 2. As people grow older, their intelligence declines significantly. 3. It is very difficult for older adults to learn new things. 4. Personality changes with age. 5. Memory loss is a normal part of ageing. 6. As adults grow older, reaction time increases. 7. Clinical depression occurs more frequently in older than younger people. 8. Older adults are at risk for HIV/AIDS. 9. Alcoholism and alcohol abuse are significantly greater problems in the adult population over age 65 than that under age 65. 10. Older adults have more trouble sleeping than younger adults do. 11. Older adults have the highest suicide rate of any age group. 12. High blood pressure increases with age. 13. Older people perspire less, so they are more likely to suffer from hyperthermia. 14. All women develop osteoporosis as they age. 15. A person's height tends to decline in old age. 16. Physical strength declines in old age. 17. Most old people lose interest in and capacity for sexual relations. 18. Bladder capacity decreases with age, which leads to frequent urination. 19. Kidney function is not affected by age. 20. Increased problems with constipation represent a normal change as people get older. 21. All five senses tend to decline with age. 22. As people live longer, they face fewer acute conditions and more chronic health conditions.
Expert tips to make life brighter after 50--
Old age says that true friendship takes time. And while we may not always get what we want, we can usually find something good in our lives if we look hard enough.
Here are some ways to make sure you have the best friendships possible.
1. Be open to change.-- If you've been friends with someone for years, chances are they'll probably stay pretty much the same person. But sometimes people do change. Maybe they move away, maybe they become less friendly, maybe they even start acting differently. Don't take it personally; just accept it and let them go. You don't need to keep trying to force them to be the same way they were before. They might surprise you.
2. Make time for each other.-- When you spend time with your friends, you build memories together. So make sure you schedule a time to hang out with them. Whether you meet at their house, go shopping, or go to a movie, you should plan ahead so you can enjoy yourself.
3. Give compliments. --Compliments are great! Not only does it show how much you care about your friend, but it shows that you know them well enough to notice the things they like
Happiness Rx: Play Some Music, Laugh, walk--
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Music has been proven to have positive effects on our moods, energy levels, and overall health. In fact, research shows that listening to upbeat music increases your happiness level while listening to sad music makes you feel depressed.
2. Happiness - Get out of the house!
It's easy to get stuck inside and become bored if you're alone all day. If you don't leave the house much, try going outside and exercising once in a while. Going for walks, running errands, gardening, playing sports, dancing...anything that gets you moving can help you feel happier.
3. Happiness - Laugh!
A good laugh not only makes you feel happy but laughing releases endorphins into your brain which make you feel even better. Try watching a funny video, reading something humorous, or sharing a joke with someone else.
