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Findings from the study show that everyday discrimination is a more consistent predictor, relative to major discrimination, of depressive symptoms among African American men across the life course, although there were age and/or cohort differences.

Researchers’ finding of mediating effects suggests that widowhood is negatively related to psychological well-being via financial strain, social engagement and care resources.

The op-ed argues that population health outcomes can be improved to an extent without relying solely on changes in income distribution, but positive outcomes are limited because they are moderated by income resulting in greater health and mortality gains for the highest-income ranks.

The study used qualitative methods and involved 24 in-depth interviews with Chinese immigrants age 65 or older in Los Angeles.

The study adds spatial dimension to caregiving literature and extends stress process theory. The findings important implications for service planning and social support for adult child caregivers.

The study shows that culturally, sensitive education and specific trainings for formal and informal dementia caregivers are urgently needed in China.

Researchers find that a decline in social participation mediated the relationship between urinary incontinence and negative mood in married older men, but not male-other group or women.

The study finds considerable variation within families that shapes patterns and consequences of parent-adult child ties that is masked when such variations are not taken into account.

Use of physical and chemical restraint was highly prevalent among LTCF residents in Hong Kong, with an increasing trend over a period of 11 years, especially targeting the most physically and cognitively frail older people. Appropriate healthcare staff education and policy change are urgently needed to ensure personal care that is characterized by respect, dignity, empathy, and compassion for the older generation.