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Older people in England are happier now than before the pandemic, says new study. Researchers looked at just under 4,000 people aged 50 and older from 1998. 
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The prevalence of depressive symptoms among older adults has increased, yet those over 50 have shown a remarkable recovery in life satisfaction and sense of purpose since the pandemic.
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A recent study reveals that older adults in England have experienced improved happiness, life satisfaction, and sense of purpose since the COVID-19 pa
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"While depression is still slightly more prevalent than before 2020, remarkably, overall older people are now happier, more satisfied and have a greater sense of purpose than before the pandemic," says Prof Paola Zaninotto.
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Research shows happiness levels have bounced back post-Covid, although depression also remains more common
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Frailty measurements may be used to identify high-risk populations for inclusion in clinical trials exploring dementia prevention and treatment.
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The rise in people living with their parents has been concentrated among those in their late 20s and varies substantially by ethnicity.
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This IFS Pensions Review report sets out issues with the current means-tested benefit system for those approaching the state pension age and beyond.
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Frailty is a strong predictor of dementia risk, with risk increasing by 40% with each 4-5 additional age-related health conditions.
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Research shows frailty levels rise significantly before dementia, suggesting it could be a key marker for early identification and prevention of dementia risk.
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Older adults across 23 countries who use the Internet experience improved mental health, including fewer depressive symptoms and higher life satisfaction, with benefits varying by demographic and genetic factors.
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Dame Helen Mirren, the 79-year-old actress and Age UK ambassador, has spoken out against ageism, calling it "upsetting and unfair".
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Older people who live alone or are socially isolated are more likely to have low levels of key nutrients in their diet such as vitamins C and B6 and folate increasing their risk of health problems, scientists have said.
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While depression is more common today than before the pandemic, researchers found people were 'happier' now
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Older people have greater life satisfaction and sense of life’s worth than they did before the Covid-19 pandemic, finds a new study led by a UCL researcher.
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Older people are "happier, more satisfied, and have a greater sense of purpose" than before the COVID-19 pandemic, a study has found.
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There was a major dip in the happiness of this group during the pandemic.
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Explore the reasons women in Australia struggle with accessing mobility aids including walkers, such as cost, poor design and how they make disability visible.
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A new study found that today's older adults have higher levels of both physical and mental functioning than previous generations at the same age. | Neuroscience
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To support the launch of Age UK’s Christmas campaign, Together, we’re not alone, the Charity has released some heartbreaking new statistics that show just how lonely this Christmas will be for millions of older people , as well as a new report that explores why loneliness is harmful to older people’s physical and mental health. Age UK is calling for urgent donations from the public to change the lives of lonely older people during Christmas and throughout the year.
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A report suggests targeted support in means-tested benefits could ease impacts of a higher state pension age on vulnerable groups.
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Study: Frailty Can be an Early Indicator of Dementia
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The findings underscore the need to pay more attention to depressive symptoms and joint pain in older adults in primary care settings. Conclusion comes from study that followed more than 4,000 people aged 50 or older for 12 years; damage is mainly in brain areas associated with memory.
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Decline seen in global cognition, memory in adults aged at least 50 years
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A study of nearly 4,000 UK adults aged 50 and over found those living in isolation were also at risk of having lower than recommended levels of minerals such as potassium and magnesium
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: English Longitudinal Study of Ageing