Meditation for seniors using mindfulness techniques may help elders find inner peace and improve memory with daily practice.

Since meditation is a mental exercise that trains the mind to remain focused and aware of “drifting” into unwanted thought patterns, meditating regularly can actually improve a senior’s cognitive abilities involving concentration, memory, and attention. Research indicates that mindfulness for the elderly is an encouraging intervention that is well worth introducing.

It is suitable for high-functioning clients. Here's how you can help someone you love using meditation. Have you ever heard someone talking about having a "senior moment"? This usually refers to someone being forgetful or acting in ways linked to impaired mental functioning.

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