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Fully immersive virtual reality is an emerging and promising therapeutic tool to manage psychosocial disorders in older adults, according to the results of a new study. French researchers assessed the ...

American philosopher and psychologist William James once said, "I don't sing because I'm happy. I'm happy because I sing." Now, a new Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine study has ...

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Exposure to nature—even in a virtual setting—can enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life for older adults living with dementia. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news ...

LOS GATOS, Calif. – Like many retirement communities, The Terraces serves as a tranquil refuge for a nucleus of older people who no longer can travel to faraway places or engage in bold adventures.