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We are in the midst of a healthspan revolution that will enable us to live vitally beyond 100 years old. Advanced diagnostics are now able to catch any disease at inception, while advanced therapies in clinical trials have the potential to reverse disease while also slowing, stopping, and potentially even reversing aging.

In The AgeTech Revolution, Keren Etkin takes you on a journey to explore what the intersection of tech and aging looks like today. This book explores the changing face of aging in the 21st century, through the lens of the fast-paced digital transformation our society is going through. It goes into challenges of aging that are currently being tackled by technology—using the real-life stories of tech entrepreneurs and older adults. Etkin also provides a glimpse into the future, and what agetech could be like five, ten, fifteen years down the road.

In Love You, Bye, award-winning author Brenda Miller maps the territory of caregiving, loss, and unexpected grace. The title—drawn from the simple phrase she and her mother said to each other for years—captures the bittersweet essence of a book that finds profound meaning in the most ordinary expressions of love.

Démystifiez la science du vieillissement pour aborder les transformations de votre corps avec une véritable sérénité. Que vous observiez les premiers changements liés à l'âge ou cherchiez simplement à mieux comprendre votre biologie, cette écoute apaisante offre des réponses claires...

What are we going to do with those 20 or 30 years we didn’t expect? Due to unfounded fears of unhappiness and regret, many intelligent, otherwise rational people, even into their 40s and 50s, are so convinced that old age is a time of misery that they simply deny any other outcome and refuse to plan their own destiny. This optimistic and highly informative guide to smart aging will detail for listeners the steps they need to take to ensure that long life becomes synonymous with good life.

You are not alone! Over 15.7 million people today are caring for a loved one with dementia. As caregivers, it’s easy for us to feel isolated. If you’re weary of the heartache and losses you both suffer, of the restless nights and chaotic days, then you know that our frustrations, helplessness, and fear can drive us to our knees. Dementia is cruel. But the caregiving journey that we are on also offers unexpected, uplifting gifts: profound personal insight; explosive spiritual growth; and discovery of our deepest self....

In this empowering guide for women, Holly Hurd explores the transformative power of asking the right question at the right moment to unlock self-worth, confidence, and clarity.

From a leading expert on longevity, an urgent call for individuals, institutions, and society to adapt to the reality of living longer lives Thanks to increases in life expectancy, we can now expect to live for a long time. Most of us would welcome an extra day in the week, so why do so many of...

One doctor dies by suicide every three weeks. A Bridge Across Minds begins in the aftermath of an attempt. Told through the intertwined stories of two psychiatrists on opposite sides of a locked door, the book follows Dr Helen Haynes, the consultant running an acute ward, and Dr Elaine Patch, a colleague who becomes her patient. Their relationship, and Elaine’s turbulent recovery, reveal how fragile the divide between doctor and patient can be.

»Am Rand stehen war gestern. Silke Burmester verpasst dem Älterwerden ein Upgrade, das es in sich hat.« Susanne Matthiessen Falten als Zeichen gelebten Lebens, graue Haare als Statement: Eine neue Generation von Frauen entfacht die Revolution der Lebenserfahrenen. Sie wehren sich dagegen, als...

The Wonder and Happiness of Being Old is a timeless introspection on age, love, passion, memories, regret and reconciliation, death, forgiveness, and underneath it all, the silent wisdom that derives from how differently we perceive our lives and struggles from the broader, higher perspective of...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'Refreshingly clear' Sunday Times 'A hugely enjoyable slice of popular science' Daily Mail __________ A journey into the astonishing nature and true science of longevity. Molecular biologist Nicklas Brendborg takes...

Explore the fascinating medical history and cutting-edge science behind humanity's relentless quest for longevity. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this thought-provoking journey travels from prehistoric myths of immortality to the genetic breakthroughs of modern longevity labs. Understand...

Uncover the cutting-edge science of human longevity and our relentless battle to conquer the ultimate enemy: aging. Whether you are navigating a midlife awakening or seeking mind-expanding ideas during your commute, this thought-provoking journey reframes how we view mortality. It transforms the...

Master person-centered gerontology and ethical social work to empower aging populations facing complex trauma and grief. Whether you are commuting to a demanding clinical placement or seeking calm, practical guidance for daily caregiving, this audio guide transforms theory into real-world impact...

What makes life meaningful? How do we confront our inevitable end? An eminent psychiatrist draws on decades of clinical experience to show how he and his patients have grappled with the most profound existential questions. “A remedy more powerful than any fad or pill could promise.”...

Social isolation, youth mental health crisis, parental stress, and elder homelessness are serious issues facing our country, requiring immediate attention. What if there was one antidote to address all of these issues simultaneously? In The Power of a Joyful Village, Dr. Derenda M. Schubert illuminates the transformative power of using intergenerational solutions to create cohesive communities and to cultivate safety nets for all ages. Joyful villages represent intentional community building across generations.

Laursen's book relates the event-filled life of a brilliant and complex figure, including his victory over a possibly career-ending disability, his tumultuous second marriage, his struggles with the scientific establishment, and the fascinating story of the making of The Joy of Sex.

While the French went on strike in 2023 to protest the increase in the national retirement age, workers in the United States have all but given up on the notion of dignified retirement for all. Instead, Americans—whose elders face the highest risk of poverty compared to workers in peer nations—are fed feel-good stories about Walmart clerks who can finally retire because a customer raised the necessary funds through a GoFundMe campaign.

Die Sorge um die alt werdenden Eltern ist eine der großen Herausforderungen unserer Zeit. Familienstrukturen haben sich aufgelöst, das Leben in der globalisierten Welt fordert maximale Flexibilität und Mobilität. Die wenigsten von uns sind darauf vorbereitet, plötzlich für gebrechliche Menschen da sein zu müssen. Pflege reißt Lücken in unsere Lebensläufe und konfrontiert uns mit uns selbst. Dies umso mehr, wenn die Eltern den Zweiten Weltkrieg erlebt haben und in ihrer Seele unaufgearbeitete Traumata verbergen, die oft über Generationen nachwirken.