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Aging can feel more mentally exhausting than ever — what you can do about it
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Amy Cameron O’ , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 8, 2026
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Key points Further details on managing the mental load of aging are available from the Aging Untold experts, including insights from aging expert Amy O'Rourke. Experts from Aging Untold are sharing practical steps to help alleviate this mental burden.
Mental exhaustion can be a significant issue for older adults despite the common assumption that aging means a slower pace of life. In reality, many older adults face a growing mental load due to increased appointments, health decisions, and family worries. Experts from Aging Untold are sharing practical steps to help alleviate this mental burden.
Advice from an aging expert includes lowering one's expectations, which is meant to be a wise approach rather than a defeatist one. Further details on managing the mental load of aging are available from the Aging Untold experts, including insights from aging expert Amy O'Rourke.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
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