Kindness
Kindness, we’re finding out, is not a zero sum game. While deeds of kindness may have a cost in terms of time, funds, or energy, …
Strengths-based Care
As We Grow Older, We Get Better!
Psychologist Susan Turk Charles, a researcher at University of California, Irvine, has found that overall emotional well-being …
Thoughts on Dignity and Person-Centered Care
We all understand the importance of human dignity. It’s one of the ethical concepts that is fundamental to our being—a property of all …
Creative Activity is a Key Ingredient for Healthy Aging
While we all know the importance of eating properly and exercising to maintain our health and well-being, two research studies sponsored …
What is Person-Centered Medicine?
In this article we see an evolving approach that’s vital to healthcare—the development of new methods embedded in secure …
Strengths-spotting in Caregiving
This summer, my husband and I are spending a few weeks caring for his father. This experience is reminding me of the benefits of …