Up To Date: Real Life Examples Of Dating In Later Life
November 20, 2024
So now that the Golden Bachelorette has ended, and a marriage proposal has been tendered (along with a commitment to continue this Golden Bachelor franchise next season), what can we take away from this “reality” show? That your best bet for dating in your senior years is to go on…
Marry Me: Married Older Men Age Better
August 28, 2024
As with most things in life, men and women tend to do things differently. When it comes to aging, men fare better in certain areas and women tend to do better in others. However, when it comes to marriage, the impact on healthy aging now seems clear: Men seem to…
Get It On: Sex And Romance As Older Adults
August 10, 2022
While it may come as a surprise to young people, older adults- even very old adults- continue to have sex into their later years. While not universal, the numbers are still impressive. According to the National Poll on Health Aging, 40% of adults between the ages of 65-80 say they…
End Times: Tasks And Challenges When A Spouse Passes Away
August 18, 2021
Whether it be from Covid, trauma, or the natural aging process (and the inevitable afflictions that arise as a result), many of us may be dealing with the death of loved ones. Be it an older parent or a beloved partner, loss is never easy and grief is something we…
Split Ends: Divorce Among Older Adults Is The Highest Of Any Age Group
May 12, 2021
Let’s face it: The Pandemic has not only taken a physical toll but for many, there’s been an emotional hit that’s hard to ignore. And when it comes to relationships, even the strongest of bonds have been sorely tested with the financial burdens of the pandemic, coupled with the upheaval…
Labor Of Love: A Look Into Some Long Marriages
April 21, 2021
It was just about a year ago that agebuzz began to pay attention to the impact of the pandemic on relationships. Even in the early days of COVID, it became clear that many relationships might suffer and even fall apart, as forced togetherness and the stressors coming out of coronavirus…