Relationships

If you’ve been in a relationship long enough, chances are you and your partner or spouse are likely to have a deep influence on each other: you likely share norms, experiences, and inside jokes that the rest of the world may not understand. And now, a new study out of…

For a while now it’s been clear that the devastation from COVID has come not only from a physical viral infection but also from the epidemic of loneliness and social isolation it’s caused, especially among older adults. We already know that isolation in older adults can lead to an exacerbation…

So, have you had “the talk” yet? Have you and your usual holiday mates determined how Thanksgiving is going to play out this year? There’s little doubt what the expert advice is (though you may not want to hear it). According to the CDC, while you have to assess the…

In some ways, we’ve never been more connected with our friends and family, despite the presence of social distancing. We can Telephone, Zoom, FaceTime, Text, or Email and within a matter of seconds, check up on those we are missing. Yet, for many, especially older adults, this tech-connection leaves something…

Anyone with young children or grandchildren in their lives knows that this year back to school is fraught with anxieties and uncertainties. For grandparents, in particular, this is a time of real confusion. If you are raising your grandchildren or providing childcare, then you face the risk of coronavirus infection…

No doubt about it, no matter your circumstance, we’re all experiencing heightened stressors and anxieties because of the pandemic. And as we’ve cited in a previous agebuzz post, the stress associated with money, health, or lifestyle disruptions can take its toll on even long-lasting relationships and marriages. In fact, some…