We often look to science to provide us with information that can help us to get along in life. At times, the discoveries that they put in front of us are not only amazing, they are life altering as well. At the University of California, researchers have recently found that it is possible to prolong the life of your parents and to help them live better lives. As it turns out, it is extremely easy to do so.
According to the research, loneliness is a very important part of the aging process and is associated with mortality. In observing 1600 elderly people at an average age of 71, scientist “look at loneliness. Factors such as health and social or economic status were not considered in the study.
After six years of research, only 14% of elderly people consistently visited by their relatives had died. The older folks without family members who visited saw a much greater percentage of death at 23%.
The facts are simple to understand. As we get older, we tend to put more importance on relationships within the family. Children and grandchildren may require less communication with the older generation.
Older people tend to be more tolerant to the drawbacks of their relatives and friends. They’re ready to share experiences and wisdom with the younger generation and to put their emotions out there for others to see.
We often look to our parents and grandparents for advice, regardless of whether it is a family recipe or if we just need some companionship. It is therefore important to remember all of the times they provided for us and how much they still give to us in the way of attention and care. Just spending a few hours per week or calling them on a daily basis can help to increase their lifespan and happiness.
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