Tag Archives: aging and relationships
Parkinson’s Disease and Intimacy: A Geriatric Specialist’s Guide
Parkinson's disease and intimacy are more connected than most people realize. As motor symptoms change the body, couples must adapt how they express closeness. A geriatric specialist explains how to maintain meaningful connection through honest communication, intentional timing, and an expanded understanding of touch.
Intimacy Beyond 60: Yes, It’s Real
Cultural silence around intimacy after 60 leaves many older adults questioning whether desire still has a place in their lives. Drawing on gerontological research and expert insight, this piece explores why intimacy in later life is not only normal but vital — and offers gentle, practical ways to reconnect with closeness, on your own terms.