Video and Multimedia

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Video Links

Video 8.1: Light a spark: Navigating the Mid-life Malaise

Description: Patricia Katz discusses the social and emotional challenges of mid-life, including a feeling of “malaise” she argues is common during this life course phase.

Video 8.2: Older People Are Happier 

Description: Laura Carstensen, poses the question “In the 20th century we added an unprecedented number of years to our lifespans, but is the quality of life as good?”

Audio Links

Audio 8.1: Hearts Get “Younger,” Even at Middle Age, with Exercise

Description: A brief clip featuring cardiologist, Ben Levine, who discusses how exercise in middle age benefits the heart.

Web Links

Web 8.1: With Elder Care Planning, Start Early To Avoid Conflicts And Crises

Description:  Tell Me More's parenting panel discusses the challenges of caring for an elderly parent or loved one, especially when it comes to needing guardianship.