Fear of driving, also known as Vehophobia, is hard at any age, but it may become even scarier as you grow older. You might find yourself having panic attacks while you are on the road that you never had previously, and they can be terrifying. There are many reasons that people develop a phobia for driving that have nothing to do with trauma from previous accidents. I noticed … [Read more...]
Six Ways to Live Longer and Happier: DECIDE
Did you know that there are over half a million people over the age of 100 in the world? And, that number is expected to be eight times that by 2050. While no one can know for sure if they will become a centenarian, it’s becoming more and more likely. I recommend that people set a clear intention to live a long, happy life, even up to 120 years. Scientists once said that our … [Read more...]
Medicare Coverage for Mental Health Services
When most people think of Medicare, they may only envision health care coverage for physical ailments. Unfortunately, many beneficiaries fail to realize that their Medicare coverage also includes an array of mental health services. The lack of knowledge surrounding Medicare mental health coverage is worrisome on two levels. For one, older adults can be at risk of … [Read more...]
How to Be More Productive and Get Things Done
Being productive hasn’t exactly been my strong point in the last few years. I’ve had a ton of distractions and challenges but other times I’ve just been lazy. Despite being somewhat consistent, I feel like my results have been mediocre and I plan to change that. I’ve given up on making New Year's resolutions. They always seem silly and I forget them almost immediately. Does … [Read more...]
Improve Your Cognitive Function & Memory with Online Games
Nowadays, we are surrounded by numerous forms of entertainment. And virtually any of them is available on the Internet, including, of course, online games. They are a great way to forget about everyday worries and have fun - right? But there’s a little-known benefit of online games: they are also a great mental workout! If you’ve never been interested in playing video … [Read more...]
