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Lifestyles and Life Stages

As people transition into retirement, they will face important decisions about whether to continue working and, if so, in what capacity. They will also decide where to live, and how to maintain good health and find meaning in their lives. The Institute provides insight into these issues and others that people may face in the second half of life.


How Old is Old?
	Americans' attitudes about aging are changing. Research finds that the views on aging are relative to a number of factors, not the least of which is the age of the respondent. Read more (PDF, 35.5 kb)

Ten Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Brain

Brain health is becoming an increasingly important health issue. According to the April 2006 Attitudes and Awareness of Brain Health Poll from the American Society on Aging and the MetLife Foundation, an overwhelming majority of individuals indicated that they believe:

It is possible to improve brain fitness
It is important to have "thinking ability" checked on a regular basis

Our guide, Ten Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Brain, offers guidance for a brain-healthy lifestyle.

Read more (PDF, 83.9 kb)

Since You Care: Family Caregiving (PDF, 288 kb)
The Grandparent Poll (PDF 76.9 kb)
Demographic Profile of American Baby Boomers (PDF, 396 kb)
Reaching for Tomorrow: MetLife's Resource Guide for Survivor Assistance (PDF, 191 kb)

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	Dr. David DeLong
Dr. DeLong helps employers find solutions for the challenges of an aging workforce.
Read the study:Searching for the Silver Bullet: Leading Edge Solutions for Leveraging an Aging Workforce(PDF, 1.7 mb)

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		Attitudes and Awareness of Brain Health Poll (PDF, 772 kb)
		MetLife Life Advice — Healthy Aging

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