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National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (NACDA)
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NACDA is the aging archive within ICPSR at the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan. We offer access to data on aging populations at no cost to secondary researchers. Visit us at nacda-aging.org
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This Is Not Your Mother’s Alzheimer’s Disease
via Psychology Today
People often worry they will get Alzheimer’s disease if their parents did. But engaging in a healthy lifestyle can outweigh the impact of genetics for Alzheimer’s disease.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Psychology’s Latest Advice on Aging Well
via Psychology Today
Everyone would like to know the key to aging well, if not gracefully. A new publication from the American Psychological Association provides some great advice from the experts.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulf...
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January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Looking for new data, funding opportunities, and resources to support aging and gerontology research? ❄️📊
The latest NACDA Newsletter highlights:
-Newly available data
-Data resources for research on older adults
-News and opportunities from the aging research community
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January 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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👋 Welcome to NACDA!

Our Director shares a warm welcome and an overview of how the National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging supports aging and gerontology research through high-quality, accessible data.

Read the Director’s Note here: www.icpsr.umich.edu/sites/nacda/...

#NACDA #AgingResearch
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January 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Feeling Lonely? How to Build Connection and Belonging
via Psychology Today
Loneliness isn’t just about being alone. Find out what's at the root of your loneliness and how to start building meaningful connections.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Can exercise and anti-inflammatories fend off aging? A study aims to find out
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January 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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NIA Blog Post
LIVE at the AgingResearchBioBank: STARRRS!
Read about the Successful Trajectories of Aging: Reserve and Resilience in Rats (STARRRS) project and learn about the available datasets and biospecimens.
www.nia.nih.gov/research/blo...
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January 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Letting Go of Parents
via Psychology Today
Personal Perspective: Balancing an aging parent's safety and independence.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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The Power of Senior Play
via Psychology Today
Personal Perspective: Children are masters of play. What if we take a lesson from them? It's good for our brains!
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January 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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The Years That Give Back
via Psychology Today
Personal Perspective: Five psychological strengths of the fifth and sixth decades.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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❄️ NACDA Winter 2026 Newsletter is out!
Explore new and featured data on aging, updates from the archive, and resources to support research in gerontology and the social sciences.
📬 Read the newsletter: mailchi.mp/e079cc2a210e...
#AgingResearch #Gerontology #DataForGood #ICPSR #NACDA
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January 20, 2026 at 3:34 PM
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Old Age Will Be Different in the Robotic Age
via Psychology Today
Need caregiver help? Soon robots could care for grandma and grandpa.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Is 'Manopause' Real?
via Psychology Today
Menopause and andropause share mood, sleep, and energy shifts—but key physical and emotional differences shape how women and men experience midlife changes.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Midlife's Real Question: Do I Matter?
via Psychology Today
Impact isn’t missing. It’s forgotten. Small acts of kindness and mentoring compound into purpose, connection, and a lasting legacy.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
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January 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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#PublicationFriday is here!
Check out the latest innovative research using our data. If you've published using our data, make sure to let us know so we can add your work for others to find as well!
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The image is a screenshot of a webpage displaying a list of academic publications in a table-like format. The columns are labeled “Pub. Type,” “Pub. Year,” and “Citation.” Each row represents a publication from the year 2026, with a small checkbox and a document icon on the left. Three publications are visible: First publication (2026): Authors include Martha Abshire Saylor, Janiece L. Taylor, Yifan Liu, Wonkyung Jung, Erin M. Spaulding, and Katherine A. Ornstein. The article title is “Caregiving activities and activity-limiting pain among African American caregivers.” It was published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, volume 71, issue 1, pages 119–126. Below the citation are links labeled “DOI” and “Google Scholar,” followed by “Export Options” with links for “RIS” and “EndNote.” A section labeled “Studies related to this publication” lists the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS), United States (ICPSR 37107) as a clickable link. Second publication (2026): Authors include John R. Blosnich, Jessica N. Fish, Emily K. Miller, Stephen T. Russell, and Susan M. De Luca. The article title is “Adolescence into adulthood: Religiosity factors influencing trajectories of suicide ideation and attempt among sexual minorities.” It was published in the journal Mental Health, Religion and Culture. The same set of links appears: “DOI,” “Google Scholar,” and export options for “RIS” and “EndNote.” The related study listed is the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health (Add Health), 1994–2018 [Public Use] (ICPSR 21600). Third publication (2026): Authors include Xindi Chen, Louay Almidani, Seema Banerjee, Jonathan Thomas, Aleksandra Mihailovic, Fasika A. Woreta, and Pradeep Y. Ramulu. The article title is “Associations between visual impairment and homebound status, home hazards, and support service utilization: The National Health and Aging Trends Study.” It was published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology, volume 281, pages 52–62. As with the others, links for “DOI,” “Google Scholar,” and export options are shown. The related study listed is again the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS), United States (ICPSR 37107). Overall, the page presents recent research publications with clear links to full text, citation export options, and the underlying datasets used in each study.
January 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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January 14, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Get ready for the ICPSR Data Fair during Love Data Week 2026! ❤️ Our schedule is almost set, and we can't wait to have you join us Feb. 9-13 for all things #data!

👉 Check out the details, register for webinars, and explore activities at myumi.ch/ICPSRLoveDataWeek.

#LoveData26
ICPSR Data Fair announcement for Love Data Week, February 9-13, 2026, inviting you to learn more and register online at myumi.ch/ICPSRLoveDataWeek. The 2026 theme is Where's the Data?
January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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My 98-year-old grandmother is the most positive person I know. I think it's the secret to her long life.
via Business Insider
My grandmother is 98, & she's changed how I think about aging. Her positive perspective, friends, & faith contribute to her longevity.
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January 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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6 Ways Getting Older Might Surprise You: Think Junior High
via Psychology Today
Rejection does not become easier to handle. Aging can, and often does, increase a person’s anxiety and FOMO. What is our fear of death if not the biggest FOMO of them all?
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January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Your skin will change as you age, especially if you’ve spent a lot of time outdoors over the years. While sunshine is an excellent source of vitamin D, it can also lead to or accelerate wrinkles, dryness, age spots, bruising, and cancer. Still, there are ways to have healthy skin as you age.
via NIA
An infographic titled “Tips for Healthier Skin as You Age.” It shows a series of illustrated panels with simple icons and text. The tips include: wearing sunscreen, protective clothing, and sunglasses outdoors; staying hydrated and eating a healthy diet; exercising and managing stress; not smoking; moisturizing daily with lotions or ointments; and checking skin often for changes and visiting a dermatologist regularly. At the bottom, the National Institute on Aging logo appears with a link for more information about skin care and aging.
January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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#Mondaymotivation 💡
Turn curiosity about aging into impact. Start your week exploring trusted datasets, documentation, and resources from National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (NACDA) and move your research forward:
www.icpsr.umich.edu/sites/nacda/...
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January 12, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it
via NPR
As the number of older drivers on the road increases, so do concerns about their ability to drive safely. But at the same time, many Americans over 65 depend on driving for mobility and independence.
www.npr.org/2026/01/07/n...
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January 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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More seniors are becoming homeless. Shelters are trying to adapt
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"Just outside Salt Lake City, in Sandy, Utah, there's an old, two-story brick hotel — now given new life as a homeless shelter for older adults."
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The Medically Vulnerable People (MVP) shelter in Sandy, Utah, is a remodeled two-story brick hotel. It serves people ages 62 and older, as well as people with health conditions that make it hard to live in a typical homeless shelter.
January 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Studying aging, health, or retirement? 🔎
Discover free, curated datasets and research tools from National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (NACDA)—supporting data-driven insights on aging populations:
www.icpsr.umich.edu/sites/nacda/...
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January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Looking for high-quality data on aging, health, retirement, and family dynamics? 📊
Explore datasets, documentation, and training resources from National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (NACDA) to power your research:
www.icpsr.umich.edu/sites/nacda/...
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January 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM