We see the blurry side of an older man from behind him as he looks down at a Facebook page on his smartphone he is holding in both hands.

How to Use Social Media and Smartphones Safely as an Older Adult

There are pros and cons to using social media and smartphones as older adults. Learn how to navigate these tools safely.
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An older white man with white hair and groomed white beard and mustache sits on a couch. He rests both hands on the top of his cane in front of him and rests his head on his hands while he looks off into the distance.

Tools to Help You Live at Home Longer

Most of us want to live in our home as long as we can as we age. Finding and using the right tools can help you do that.
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An older Asian man with gray hair and beard sits on a tan sofa talking to a young woman in blue healthcare scrubs. She holds a digital tablet and stylus while they talk.

There Are Options Before a Nursing Home

Before you start worrying about needing a nursing home for a loved one, there are a lot of options you can explore.
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A young autistic man sits on a comfy chair and holds a pillow casually to his chest while smiling at the camera. He has tight curly reddish hair and a short red beard and is wearing glasses.

Understanding Autism

This Autism Acceptance Month in April 2026, BrainWise is looking at several different aspects of autism, starting with a basic overview of the condition.
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A preschool-age girl is laying on the floor and giggling. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a turquoise shirt with big white polka dots. She is surrounded by large puzzle pieces showing shapes, numbers and letters.

Autism in Girls Often Goes Undiagnosed

For decades, many believed autism was a male-only condition. But females can also be autistic—as more and more research is showing.
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A preschool-age autistic boy is shown in profile playing with about 12 small cars lined up on a sofa cushion. The boy is wearing a white long-sleeve shirt with a gray T-shirt over it and wearing big blue and red headphones.

Why the World Feels More Intense for Some Autistic People

Some autistic people experience sensory overload and/or intense emotions—creating a clash with the environment around them.
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An autistic girl, about age 7, with long black hair is staring off into the distance while holding cards in her hands. A row of blurry unreadable cards are laid out on the table in front of her.

Why Are Some Autistic People Nonverbal?

About 30% of autistic people in the U.S. are nonverbal or nonspeaking. And we’re not quite sure why.
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