This is a question asked mostly by the generation that came after baby boomers and in fact it must be a source of endless irritation to young people to find that their parents had and still have a better sex life than they do! Psychological articles that analyse the whys and wherefores behind sexual behavior find that in fact baby boomers in general have the same level of sex drive as anyone else; they just express their sexuality differently.

The boomer generation is not...

Menopause and andropause ideally should go hand in hand; the problems of one neatly reflected in the other like an old married couple.  Unfortunately, baby boomer men and women do not have the same experience of the symptoms of middle age and the effects of both conditions can cause chaos in a relationship that is usually well balanced.

Psychological articles show us that it is the absence of the natural hormone DHEA (dehyroepiandrosterone) in the adrenal glands that...

Moving your parents to a retirement home or a long-term care home can be very stressful. Deciding what’s best for an aging parent is a task of utmost responsibility.
Thinking about who is the best person to care for your mom or dad is a never ending thought. Here I am writing some tips to guide you in selection of best care home for your loved ones.

• Choose a location. The best location for the retirement home for your loved ones is close to where most of...

Alzheimer's disease affects approximately 26 million people worldwide. In the initial stages, the symptoms of this disease become apparent through loss of short term memory for recent events. It then develops into an inability to remember and perform the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

As the disease progresses, the symptoms worsen and manifest in the following forms:

* Mood swings

* Language breakdown

* Long term memory loss

In the initial stages, the...

Retirement communities are especially designed for people who are above 55 years of age. Also called active adult communities, these include a variety of housing facilities for senior citizens. California has always been a popular location for retirement communities owing to the state’s pleasant climate throughout the year. More recently, Oregon has gained popularity for locating such facilities, due to its diverse and scenic landscape.

Retirement Communities: Why...

Having parents or family members that are approaching old age is always a concern. We all would like to be able to care of them and make their last years as pleasant as possible. It is, however, easier said than done. With job and other responsibilities very few people have the time or means to care for an elderly person.

While some people seem to age with relative ease, most elderly people need special care. After a certain age, mobility can become a problem and assistance will...

Choosing a facility for your aging parent, friend or family member can be a vast responsibly. The longer and elderly person can stay independent the better, but there comes a time in their lives that they will need special care and attention that can only be provided by a caregiver or an assisted living facility.

Caregivers are normally a first option as this will allow the person to stay in his or her own home or that of a family member or friend. Unfortunately caregivers are an...

Today, with the baby boomer generation reaching retirement age, more people than ever are considering where to live as they age.  Recent studies have shown that, when given an option, more seniors will opt to stay in their own homes.  With arthritis, wheelchairs, and other considerations, it’s often difficult to remain in the same home as you age – but today, with the right renovations, it can certainly be doable.

The National Association of Home Builders has...

The professional in-home care industry has never played a more important role in American society than it does today. As the country’s aging baby boomers reach retirement age, families around the country are faced with making critical decisions on how to provide care for their aging loved ones.  The choices are clear:  either provide for aging parents themselves, or hire an agency to help alleviate the burden. For those who decide to provide care themselves, there are...

Knee surgery can be needed by anyone but it is more often perform in older people than younger people. There are many reasons for one to go for knee surgery, such as sport injuries, arthritis and pain associated with cartilage deterioration and the wearing out of bones.

When to Consider Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee surgery can be prevented sometimes and these methods should be explored first. Losing weight, medication, surgery or physical therapy can sometimes solve certain...