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| 2011 - Aging-General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2011.1) | 228 |
Number of participants reporting improved knowledge regarding life span behavior and decisions that affect health and well-being (such as enhanced knowledge of: positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.2) | 228 |
Number of participants who reported intentions to improve healthy lifestyles and behaviors (including enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.4) | 0 |
Number of participants who can recognize warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia |
| 2011.3) | 228 |
Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills (such as enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
Author: Ronda Rex
Major Program: Aging-General
According to the Mayo Clinic, "a distraction can get you away from the cycle of negative thoughts that feed anxiety and depression. Doing something positive to manage anxiety is a healthy coping strategy." The Center for Disease Control states that "stress during an infectious disease outbreak can sometimes cause the following:Fear and worry about your health and the health of your loved ones, your financial situation or job, or loss of essential support services.
Author: Kate Thompson
Major Program: Aging-General
Click this link for video: http://campbellmedia.org/video/13828/ Regular physical activity is extremely important for the aging adult. Scientific studies have proven that exercise can help prevent or manage chronic diseases, improve cognitive functions, decrease falls, and improve one’s mental health (Centers for Disease Control). Thirty-two percent of Kentuckians are physically inactive; specifically, in Campbell County, 28% of adults are not physically active
