Daniel German Blazer

Book · January 1, 2020 Social isolation and loneliness are serious yet underappreciated public health risks that affect a significant portion of the older adult population. Approximately one-quarter of community-dwelling Americans aged 65 and older are considered to be socially ... Full text Cite

Preventing Cognitive Decline and Dementia: A Way Forward

Book · January 1, 2017 Individuals, families, and societies around the world are concerned about dementia and the other forms of cognitive impairment that affect many older adults. It is now known that brain changes typically begin years if not decades before people show symptom ... Full text Cite

Hearing health care for adults: Priorities for improving access and affordability

Book · October 6, 2016 The loss of hearing - be it gradual or acute, mild or severe, present since birth or acquired in older age - can have significant effects on one's communication abilities, quality of life, social participation, and health. Despite this, many people with he ... Full text Cite

Cognitive aging: Progress in understanding and opportunities for action

Book · August 21, 2015 For most Americans, staying "mentally sharp" as they age is a very high priority. Declines in memory and decision-making abilities may trigger fears of Alzheimer's disease or other neurodegenerative diseases. However, cognitive aging is a natural process t ... Full text Cite

The mental health and substance use workforce for older adults: In whose hands?

Book · October 26, 2012 At least 5.6 million to 8 million--nearly one in five--older adults in America have one or more mental health and substance use conditions, which present unique challenges for their care. With the number of adults age 65 and older projected to soar from 40 ... Full text Cite

Genes, behavior, and the social environment: Moving beyond the nature/nurture debate

Book · December 7, 2006 Over the past century, we have made great strides in reducing rates of disease and enhancing people's general health. Public health measures such as sanitation, improved hygiene, and vaccines; reduced hazards in the workplace; new drugs and clinical proced ... Full text Cite