Independence is a precious commodity that only increases in value as you age. When you’re no longer able to complete routine tasks and activities — such as shopping for food, preparing meals or ...

New research published in The Lancet Public Health has shown that short bouts of physical activity that are part of everyday life, such as climbing stairs or sweeping, can help prevent cardiovascular ...

Women have a harder time getting back to baseline in the year after a stroke when it comes to daily activities like eating, bathing, cooking, and housework, a new study found.

Many people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) experience severe fatigue that can limit their ability to perform daily activities. A 2021 review found fatigue was a symptom of COPD in ...

There are three stages to the "fight-or-flight" response, according to psychology educator Kendra Cherry. This response is our body's reaction to stress, a mental and physical way to fend off threats ...

Tonya Russell is a Philadelphia-based writer who covers mental health, culture and wellness. She has bylines in the New York Times, the Washington Post, SELF and more. She’s also a professional ...

And as you get older, these so-called activities of daily living can become harder. If you or a loved one starts to have trouble performing such tasks, it may be time to talk about moving to a senior ...