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A willingness to learn boosts the mental well-being of older people, according to new research. Middle-aged men and women who learn new skills are better at handling stress, say scientists. And, in ...

Memories of significant learning experiences—like the first time a driver gets a speeding ticket—are sharp, compared to the recollection of everyday events—like what someone ate for dinner two weeks ...

Students in School of Extended Learning's Health and Wellness for Older Adults: Active Body, Active Mind class ( David Kafer photo) In classes, the best learners are often adult learners because they ...

In a pair of new studies, researchers found that older adults who challenge themselves to learn new things are less likely to experience loneliness or depression, even during times of major upheaval.

Our ‘Where Bloggers Live’ prompt was about my 5 favorite things about winter, but as usual, I went rogue and decided to share my knitting journey instead. Besides, my top 5 things would be 1-knitting, ...

Our Grant Me Hope child this week is 15-year-old Vincent, who says he's a clean and organized person. For more information about Vincent, visit the MARE website and view a list of waiting children ...

Research confirms that seniors who challenge themselves to learn new things fare better mentally during times of upheaval. (Richard Sekerak (WMCZ) via SWNS) By Stephen Beech A willingness to learn ...