Aging toward happiness.
Recent studies have led to the surprising conclusion that older Americans tend to be happier than younger ones. What does this mean for mental health professionals working with older adults? It is important to consider the implications of mental health research in aging that may help us understand happiness and depression in older adults.
School of Nursing, College of Health and Human Services, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia 22030, USA. jsorrell@gmu.edu
Jeanne M
JM
Sorrell
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