Latest news with #NationalPollonHealthyAging
Miami Herald
21-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Report: U.S. young men feel lonelier than other age groups
May 20 (UPI) -- About a fourth of younger men surveyed in the United States feel lonely, which is significantly higher than the national averages for all men and women. Gallup analyzed aggregated data from 2023 and 2024 to determine 25% of men between ages 15 and 34 reported feeling lonely the prior day when surveyed, the polling firm reported on Tuesday. The percentage is seven points higher than the 18% average for young women in the same age group and the national average, which also is 18%. Young men in the United States also are more likely to feel lonely than their counterparts in 38 of the higher-income democratic nations that are among the about 100 members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Only 15% of young men in the 28 higher-income OECD states said they felt lonely the prior day, which is a 10-point loneliness gap from young men in the United States. Turkey is the only nation cited that had a higher loneliness score, 29%, among young men, than those in the United States. Only U.S. women between ages 35 and 54 also cited a significantly higher loneliness score, 20%, than their OECD counterparts, 14%, for a six-point gap. Among such OECD states, only women age 55 and over, 19%, expressed loneliness at a higher rate than their U.S. counterparts, 17%. Two age groups reported no difference in loneliness scores, while two others reported 2% higher rates in the United States than in higher-income OECD nations. Young men in the United States also are more likely to experience stress and worry than the respective national averages for each, according to Gallup. A separate poll casts some doubt on the Gallup report. More than a third of U.S. citizens surveyed between ages 50 and 80 reported feeling lonely, according to the National Poll on Healthy Aging. Another poll showed middle-aged adults in the United States reported feeling lonelier than seniors. Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Report: U.S. young men feel lonelier than other age groups
May 20 (UPI) -- About a fourth of younger men surveyed in the United States feel lonely, which is significantly higher than the national averages for all men and women. Gallup analyzed aggregated data from 2023 and 2024 to determine 25% of men between ages 15 and 34 reported feeling lonely the prior day when surveyed, the polling firm reported on Tuesday. The percentage is seven points higher than the 18% average for young women in the same age group and the national average, which also is 18%. Young men in the United States also are more likely to feel lonely than their counterparts in 38 of the higher-income democratic nations that are among the about 100 members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Only 15% of young men in the 28 higher-income OECD states said they felt lonely the prior day, which is a 10-point loneliness gap from young men in the United States. Turkey is the only nation cited that had a higher loneliness score, 29%, among young men, than those in the United States. Only U.S. women between ages 35 and 54 also cited a significantly higher loneliness score, 20%, than their OECD counterparts, 14%, for a six-point gap. Among such OECD states, only women age 55 and over, 19%, expressed loneliness at a higher rate than their U.S. counterparts, 17%. Two age groups reported no difference in loneliness scores, while two others reported 2% higher rates in the United States than in higher-income OECD nations. Young men in the United States also are more likely to experience stress and worry than the respective national averages for each, according to Gallup. A separate poll casts some doubt on the Gallup report. More than a third of U.S. citizens surveyed between ages 50 and 80 reported feeling lonely, according to the National Poll on Healthy Aging. Another poll showed middle-aged adults in the United States reported feeling lonelier than seniors.
UPI
20-05-2025
- General
- UPI
Report: U.S. young men feel lonelier than other age groups
Younger men in the United States feel lonelier than people from other age groups and their counterparts in most high-income nations, Gallup reported on Tuesday. File Photo (2022) by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo May 20 (UPI) -- About a fourth of younger men surveyed in the United States feel lonely, which is significantly higher than the national averages for all men and women. Gallup analyzed aggregated data from 2023 and 2024 to determine 25% of men between ages 15 and 34 reported feeling lonely the prior day when surveyed, the polling firm reported on Tuesday. The percentage is seven points higher than the 18% average for young women in the same age group and the national average, which also is 18%. Young men in the United States also are more likely to feel lonely than their counterparts in 38 of the higher-income democratic nations that are among the about 100 members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Only 15% of young men in the 28 higher-income OECD states said they felt lonely the prior day, which is a 10-point loneliness gap from young men in the United States. Turkey is the only nation cited that had a higher loneliness score, 29%, among young men, than those in the United States. Only U.S. women between ages 35 and 54 also cited a significantly higher loneliness score, 20%, than their OECD counterparts, 14%, for a six-point gap. Among such OECD states, only women age 55 and over, 19%, expressed loneliness at a higher rate than their U.S. counterparts, 17%. Two age groups reported no difference in loneliness scores, while two others reported 2% higher rates in the United States than in higher-income OECD nations. Young men in the United States also are more likely to experience stress and worry than the respective national averages for each, according to Gallup. A separate poll casts some doubt on the Gallup report. More than a third of U.S. citizens surveyed between ages 50 and 80 reported feeling lonely, according to the National Poll on Healthy Aging. Another poll showed middle-aged adults in the United States reported feeling lonelier than seniors.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Americans 55 and up are the country's fastest-growing workforce — here's why so many are opting to work longer
Joan Madden-Ceballos didn't make headlines for volunteering or falling victim to a crime. Instead, she caught the attention of Boston 25 News for something that says a lot about about America today: at 70, she's still on the job. Madden-Ceballos is among the growing number of Americans 65 and older who are staying in the workforce into their golden years. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Working past the traditional retirement age of 65 isn't new — especially as life expectancy increases — but the number of Americans remaining on the job continues to rise, largely due to economic hardship. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that between 2003 and 2023, the number of people over 55 still in the workforce increased by nearly 74%. Today, more than 1 in 5 workers are 55 or older. For those 75 and older, the number has grown by a record 113%. People have a variety of reasons for working beyond retirement age, but some clear trends have emerged. One of the more positive reasons is that Americans are living longer — and healthier — than previous generations. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average life expectancy for a 65-year-old has increased by just over a year since 2000, now nearing 84. Financial expert Suze Orman has even cautioned retirees-to-be to plan for living into their 90s. That means a retirement fund at 65 might need to last nearly a third of a person's lifetime — a long time to go without income. For many, work also provides purpose and mental stimulation. The 2024 University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging found that nearly half of older adults said their work 'gave them a sense of purpose and kept their brains sharp'. Nine in 10 said it helped their overall well-being. Nicole Maestas, a professor at Harvard Medical School, points to another factor: today's information economy. Jobs are less physically demanding than they were for previous generations, making it easier for older adults to stay employed. Still, it comes down to money for most people. That same University of Michigan poll found that nearly 78% of older workers said financial stability was the main reason they continued working. Others said they wanted to boost their savings or maintain access to health insurance. A 2024 AARP survey found that about 66% of adults over 50 don't feel they've saved enough to retire securely. According to a 2023 Gallup poll, only 2 in 5 workers are on track to retire comfortably. Read more: BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has an important message for the next wave of American retirees — here's how he says you can best weather the US retirement crisis One of the biggest changes facing today's retirees compared t their parents' generation: pensions are increasingly rare. As of 2020, more than 85 million Americans were enrolled in defined contribution plans like 401(k)s. By contrast, only 12 million were in traditional definition benefit pension programs. That makes it harder to replace working income after retirement. Researchers from the Georgetown Center for Retirement Initiatives found that today's retirees are spending their savings faster than previous generations. The culprits? Rising costs of living, high health care expenses and increased longevity. Inflation is also a major factor. Consumer Affairs reports that the consumer price index jumped 586% between 1973 and 2023. Combined with wage stagnation, and saving for retirement becomes even more difficult In 2024, the Government Accountability Office reported that a third of households with a worker 55 or older had no employer-sponsored retirement plan at all. Half of all households had no retirement savings whatsoever. Another looming concern is Social Security. It is projected to deplete its trust fund by 2034, at which point it would only be able to pay about 77% of scheduled benefits through incoming payroll taxes. 'Far too many people are one crisis away from economic insecurity," said Ramsey Alwin, president and chief executive of the National Council on Aging. A 2022 University of Massachusetts study supports that view, showing that half of single older adults and one in five couples struggle to meet their basic needs. The Pension Research Council at Wharton has suggested reforms to help both current and future retirees. A key issue is access: almost 57 million Americans don't have a workplace retirement savings plan. Workers of color and lower-income workers are disproportionately affected — over-represented in this group, with 53% of Blacks and 64% of Hispanics without access, compared to 42% of White workers. For low-income workers, those numbers jump to between 64 and 79%. Wharton researchers recommend expanding access to retirement plans, as well as improved portability of 401(k) and IRA plans, to encourage people to keep saving as they change careers. They also recommend government programs to match contributions for low-income workers, allowing for more equal access to retirement, letting America's golden years be ones of leisure and not full-time work. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Signs that you are dangerously addicted to ultra-processed foods
Image credits: Getty Images I n an era where splurging on multi-national cuisines and coffee cultures is the way of being at par with trends, people have stopped caring about what they put inside their bodies. Any new snack in the market is worth a try or a dozen, no matter how it is made and what ingredients it contains. According to a 36-country study published in the British Medical Journal, ultra-processed food or junk food can be as addictive as alcohol, tobacco, or gambling. The team of researchers reviewed 281 studies to find out that " ultra-processed food addiction ' is estimated to occur in 14% of adults and 12% of children. This is why they are now demanding that some ultra-processed food be labelled as having properties of addictive substances to "improve global health" The addiction to these foods is so much that they can have symptoms such as intense cravings, symptoms of withdrawal, and continued consumption, despite their adverse effects. But did you know, there are certain signs that can help you figure out if you are dangerously addicted to ultra-processed foods? Here's what they are. Intense cravings Image credits: Getty Images When one consumes ultra-processed food high in sugar, fat and salt, they can experience hormonal and neurobiological changes that lead to addictive behaviours such as intense cravings. Ghrelin is a hormone responsible for regulating hunger and leptin is responsible for signalling satiety and inhibiting food intake. Consumption of ultra-processed food can disturb the balance in these hormones leading to people experiencing intense cravings and even going as far as developing leptin resistance, where the body no longer responds to overeating. Signs of withdrawal Image credits: Getty Images When you develop an addiction to a particular junk food and are trying to lessen its consumption, it is normal to experience signs of withdrawal such as irritability, difficulty in concentrating or headaches. For example, some coffees contain added ingredients that can lead to addiction to a level where you don't feel awake if you've not had coffee, experience headaches and are in an irritable mood because the body has not received its daily dose of the addictive substances in the coffee. Loss over control of consumption Image credits: Getty Images In July 2022, for a study the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging asked a sample of adults between 50-80 about symptoms of addiction to ultra-processed food and 19% of them explained loss of control over the consumption of the food as a symptom. This essentially meant that even though they desired to cut down the intake of the food item at least 2-3 times a week, they were unable to do so. If you feel any such food item is essential to your mental or physical functioning, you must take it as a sign of addiction. Hoarding food Image credits: Getty Images This is the most common and direct sign of addiction to ultra-processed food. While in children hoarding food can come as hiding bites of food in drawers or under their beds, in adults, it might look something like buying one pizza and eating it in a manner that lasts for two to three days. While some may push it under the guise of a financial decision, on close elaboration you are sure to find out that it is so you don't have to keep on buying more junk food to satisfy the cravings in the future. In case you follow this process, it is high time to overlook the cycle of consumption of junk food in your daily routines. Secret stashes Image credits: Getty Images Some, who may be called out on their addiction to certain ultra-processed food items, begin keeping secret stashes. These are commonly used during the late nights and early mornings when no one is watching and you are free to satisfy your cravings. If you keep secret stashes of any junk food, it is a sign of addiction as it showcases that you can not function without consuming them and need them to make you feel better. Note: These signs are based on common research. To properly diagnose any kind of addiction, please consult your general physician. Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
