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Beyond Teletherapy: How US tech is transforming mental wellness in later life
Tech is changing fast — but what does that mean for your mental health in midlife and beyond? In the U.S., telehealth has shifted from novelty to everyday care for many older adults. Now, the field is evolving again: AI-powered therapy, virtual reality, and tech-driven social connection — much of it emerging from California — are reshaping how people access mental health and wellbeing support.
Online therapy in Australia: It stacks up for busy midlife & older age
See why online therapy in Australia delivers proven results for midlife and older adults — convenient, effective, and backed by real evidence.
Epidemic loneliness: Towards meaningful friendships
Loneliness is experienced by everyone at some point in life, whether after moving cities, following a breakup, or during major transitions like parenting, caregiving, or retirement. These transitions often converge in midlife and beyond, when caregiving increases, friendships shift, or the impact of past discrimination resurfaces. Loneliness has now reached epidemic levels in many countries and it is uniquely felt within LGBTQIA+ communities.