Everyone would like to know the key to aging well, if not gracefully. A new publication from the American Psychological ...

The jar of pasta sauce that changed everything wasn't just about weak hands — it was the moment a lifetime of parent-child ...

Grandparenting is good for the aging brain, potentially serving as a buffer against cognitive decline, according to findings ...

Memory worries are common with aging. Learn what they mean, when they matter, and how anxiety, mood, and evidence shape cognitive concerns.

Founding father Ben Franklin lived to 84, enjoying excellent mental and physical health. Ignore his approach to aging at your peril.

Population aging is one of the defining demographic trends of the 21st century, creating urgent challenges and opportunities ...

A landmark international study that pooled brain scans and memory tests from thousands of adults has shed new light on how structural brain changes are tied to memory decline as people age. The ...

New research from University of Virginia psychologists found that “epigenetic clocks” – tools scientists use to estimate a person’s biological age – can predict cognitive decline. The study, which ...

While genetics play a role in cognitive aging, neuroscience research reveals that people who stay mentally sharp into their ...

New science suggests there's plenty that actually gets better with age—if you let it. While aging is often framed negatively, researchers have uncovered surprising benefits. Above, members of a senior ...

A new study finds that the disconnect between how old we feel and how old we want to be can offer insights into the relationship between our views on aging and our health.