geriatrician

The article discusses aging and the desire to age well, highlighting Dr. Rebecca Stetzer, a geriatrician, as someone who addresses how to live long and healthy lives.

Jessica Chalk has cared for her mother, who has early-onset dementia, for 10 years. The mother's symptoms, including memory loss and difficulty with daily tasks, led to a dementia diagnosis after four years of testing. Jessica manages her mother's care, the family business For Keeps, and a new baby, describing the experience as the hardest part of her life.

A geriatrician identifies a common lifelong habit among the healthiest people over 80, which involves avoiding a specific behavior. The article suggests that 'embracing the cringe' may contribute to maintaining physical and cognitive sharpness in older adults.