Mild Stress and Healthy Aging

2008-01-24 Medical

Author : Eric Le Bourg
Release : 2008-01-24
Genre : Medical
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Download or read book Mild Stress and Healthy Aging written by Eric Le Bourg. This book was released on 2008-01-24. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whereas chronic stress has well known harmful effects, recent research shows that intermittent exposure of cells and organisms to mild stress can improve various biological parameters. This book brings together some of the world leaders in this area of research who present a critical analysis of the ongoing research with respect to the effects and mechanisms of action of various types of mild stress. Novel approaches to improving health and longevity are introduced.

Mild Stress and Healthy Aging

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Release : 2008
Genre : Aging
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Healthy Aging For Dummies

2011-05-04 Health & Fitness

Author : Brent Agin
Release : 2011-05-04
Genre : Health & Fitness
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Download or read book Healthy Aging For Dummies written by Brent Agin. This book was released on 2011-05-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Look to this book for advice, techniques, and strategies to help people stay vigorous and healthy as they grow older. People are becoming increasingly knowledgeable about managing their health as they age. Healthy Aging For Dummies explains how people can embark on a healthy lifestyle that will enable them to feel young, both mentally and physically, even as they’re getting older. It covers tips and advice on choosing the ideal physician; starting an exercise program; learning to meditate; taking the right vitamins and herbs; dealing with or preventing heart disease, cancer, and dementia; replacing negative thinking with positive thinking; and building memory and learning skills.

Handbook of Mental Health and Aging

2020-04-11 Psychology

Author : Nathan Hantke
Release : 2020-04-11
Genre : Psychology
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Download or read book Handbook of Mental Health and Aging written by Nathan Hantke. This book was released on 2020-04-11. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Mental Health and Aging, Third Edition provides a foundational background for practitioners and researchers to understand mental health care in older adults as presented by leading experts in the field. Wherever possible, chapters integrate research into clinical practice. The book opens with conceptual factors, such as the epidemiology of mental health disorders in aging and cultural factors that impact mental health. The book transitions into neurobiological-based topics such as biomarkers, age-related structural changes in the brain, and current models of accelerated aging in mental health. Clinical topics include dementia, neuropsychology, psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, mood disorders, anxiety, schizophrenia, sleep disorders, and substance abuse. The book closes with current and future trends in geriatric mental health, including the brain functional connectome, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), technology-based interventions, and treatment innovations. Identifies factors influencing mental health in older adults Includes biological, sociological, and psychological factors Reviews epidemiology of different mental health disorders Supplies separate chapters on grief, schizophrenia, mood, anxiety, and sleep disorders Discusses biomarkers and genetics of mental health and aging Provides assessment and treatment approaches

The Science of Hormesis in Health and Longevity

2018-10-23 Medical

Author : Suresh I. S. Rattan
Release : 2018-10-23
Genre : Medical
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Download or read book The Science of Hormesis in Health and Longevity written by Suresh I. S. Rattan. This book was released on 2018-10-23. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Science of Hormesis in Health and Longevity provides a comprehensive review of mild stress-induced physiological hormesis and its role in the maintenance and promotion of health. Coverage includes the underlying mechanisms of hormesis, including details of stress-response signaling, an enriched environment, positive challenges and dose-response mechanisms, amongst others. Research from top experts is presented to provide suggestions for developing novel therapeutic strategies, along with lifestyle interventions to promote health and homoeostasis. Researchers in aging and physiology, gerontologists, clinicians and medical students will find this a valuable addition for their work. Provides a comprehensive, scholarly review of the current state of hormesis in physiology, health, disease and aging Includes multiple perspectives and in-depth analysis by top experts involved in cutting-edge research to provide developing, novel therapeutic strategies, as well as lifestyle interventions Offers a clear understanding of hormesis’ underlying mechanisms, including details of stress-response signaling, an enriched environment, positive challenges, dose-response mechanisms, and more

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