Older people face specific issues in relation to problematic substance use. Demography and a growing aging population make understanding these ever more important. But older people’s problems tend to be more invisible, both in care services and in substance use services. The online course "Falling Down: Problematic Substance Use in Later Life" brings these issues together from … [Read more...]
Why Do We Age? Find Out With This Free Online Course
The “why” and “how” of aging has puzzled mankind ever since it questioned its place in the universe. However, it was only after infectious diseases became more controlled and reliable food supplies became generally available, that the rapid increase of the average lifespan made science turn its attention to studying longevity and aging. Why do we age? Is there a limit to … [Read more...]