Bold Names People Are Living Longer. Can Old Age Be an Opportunity?
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Oct 4, 2024 
Laura Carstensen, the founding director of Stanford University's Center on Longevity, discusses the implications of an aging population. She reveals that emotional well-being often improves with age, debunking myths about loneliness in older adults. Carstensen emphasizes the need for rethinking life stages, advocating for a supportive framework to enhance life quality. She explores the idea of aging being non-linear and highlights the importance of societal changes to celebrate age diversity and utilize the skills of older individuals.
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Aging and Mental Health
- Contrary to popular belief, mental health often improves with age.
- Older people experience shorter time horizons, leading to a calmer present focus.
The New Map of Life
- Rethink life's milestones to optimize longer lifespans.
- Extend education, introduce service and internships in high school, and adjust retirement age.
Restructuring Life Stages
- Lengthen childhood and high school, incorporating service and internships.
- Implement flexible work arrangements like four-day work weeks and shorter hours for parents.