A group of four studies led by University of Michigan researchers finds that beliefs about one’s own aging are predictive of future health.

Self-perception affects a person’s physical and mental well-being – from timeliness of seeking care to feelings about themselves, their partners, and other older adults.

Our guest will discuss how self-perceptions of aging affect health and the role the media plays in reinforcing those perceptions.

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