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The Link Between Remote Work and Loneliness

When the pandemic hit and many people started working from home, no one lamented the loss of daily commutes and dimly lit cubicles. Almost overnight, workers could enjoy more time with their families, less stress commonly associated with getting to and from work, and greater

How Can Older Couples Avoid Gray Divorce?

Last month on the blog I talked about the rising rate of divorce in older couples, many of whom are calling it quits after decades together. In fact, more than 40 percent of adults 50 to 74 years old have been divorced, according to the

How to Talk to Your Child About Active Shooter Drills

Mass shootings are a terrible reality. Whiles it’s painful to imagine your child being exposed to that kind of threat, parents, teachers and school administrators can and should work together to help prepare students for a potential active shooter situation. In most schools, this includes

What’s Behind the Rise in Gray Divorce?

“Gray divorce” hasn’t made it into the Merriam-Webster Dictionary yet, but the term is likely to be eligible soon. It’s been widely used for years now to describe divorce among older adults, particularly those who have been married for decades. High profile splits are bringing

Being More Social Could Improve Your Mental Health

Winter is here, and that means you’re probably spending more time indoors. Although you may not feel as confined as you did during the early part of the COVID pandemic, you may not be leaving the house as much because you’ve discovered the benefits of

Conflicted About Where to Spend the Holidays?

Spending time with family is a central theme of the holiday season. Movies and songs alike highlight the joy of celebrating with loved ones, while also poking fun at the drama that often comes with it.  But for many couples—especially newlyweds—conflicts often arise about where

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