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HEALTH
What men can do to maintain a healthy sex life

We often obsess over sex and our performance, but how many take steps to ensure we’re in top shape for the long haul? If we don’t take care of our health today, we won’t enjoy a healthy sex life tomorrow. It’s crucial to think about your sexual health to avoid regrets in the future. Future-proofing yourself is key.

Sexual health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Chronic stress, poor diet, lack of exercise and other lifestyle factors can significantly affect your sexual health. If you’re experiencing persistent problems, don’t hesitate to speak with a doctor. Early intervention can prevent minor issues from becoming significant obstacles. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and a health care professional can provide the guidance and treatment options you need for a lifetime of good sexual function.

The effects of high stress

Whether as a result of personal problems or trouble at work, chronic stress is a major contributor to reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. With stress, the body produces elevated levels of cortisol, a hormone that can interfere with testosterone production. Studies have shown that men with emotional problems or stress are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction in the form of either premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction and/or low sexual desire..
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YOUR MARRIAGE

Older Divorced Adults, Tell Us The "Marriage Myths" You Think More People Should Know
Older adults, if you were married in the past and are now divorced, you may have some important experiences, lessons, and wisdom for younger adults — especially those considering marriage.

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FINANCE AND INVESTING TIPS FOR THE SANDWICH GENERATION

As retirement looms, many Gen Xers are still playing catch-up
Generation X feels less prepared for retirement than other generations despite approaching it sooner.

• Nearly half of Gen Xers, or 48%, say they won't have enough money to enjoy retirement.

• Much of Gen X is in the "sandwich generation," taking on the financial burden of caring for both adult children and aging parents.

As older members of Generation X inch toward their golden years, the pressure of retirement saving is on — especially for those sandwiched between the financial burdens of caring for both elderly parents and adult children.

About half, or 48%, of Gen Xers say they won't have enough money to enjoy their retirement, a 2024 report from global asset management company Natixis Investment Managers found. Meanwhile, of those surveyed, 31% say they fear they'll never save enough to retire. 

Gen X is typically defined as those born between 1965 and 1980. Its oldest members are several years away from retirement, but they are already starting to think about where they will live in their 70s, 80s and even 90s.

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Parents Are Considering Pulling Their Kids Out of School

A large percentage of parents are questioning public school and even considering pulling their kids out of the education system and home schooling instead, according to a report.

The recent Outschool State of Schooling report found parents were showing a growing interest in alternative learning models post-pandemic.
Across the survey of 1,000 parents, 23 percent said they had less faith in traditional public schooling since the pandemic, and more than one third, or 36 percent, said they would consider home schooling.

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CARING FOR PARENTS

How to Juggle Caring for Children and Aging Parents

_{Millions of Americans care for both aging parents and young children. These caregivers describe how they maintain their well-being amid competing demands.
In a modest home in west Philadelphia, John Adeniran lives with his wife, two young daughters—a toddler and a newborn—and his mother, Elizabeth, who has Alzheimer's disease. “I always knew I would take care of my mom because I am close to her and have the patience to handle it,” says Adeniran, who is one of seven children. “But I underestimated how much juggling there would be once my wife and I started a family.}”

When Adeniran's second child was born, his mother-in-law came to help out, and Adeniran asked his sister in Virginia to host their mother for a few weeks. Elizabeth, who was diagnosed in 2015 and is now 68, needs help with bathing, dressing, and meals. Adeniran's father, who is 71 and a pastor, lives nearby and visits Elizabeth regularly when he's not overseas doing missionary work.

Elizabeth began exhibiting signs of dementia when Adeniran was in high school. He knew then that he would most likely care for her, so he chose to major in computer science in college because it offered the opportunity to work from home. “Without working remotely, I don't know how I would be able to help with my kids and take care of my mom,” says Adeniran, now 26 and a data analyst.
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YOUR JOB

More businesses seek family-friendly policies to attract and keep working parents

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services states that childcare is considered affordable when it costs families no more than 7% of their household income.

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