There was a time when a family’s prosperity shone in the smiles of its elders, and their presence was a cherished blessing. Today, those same elderly people—whose prayers once protected their families—often find themselves alone and neglected in the twilight of their lives. The darkness now clouding their eyes is not merely from age, but from the indifference of loved ones. In the tangled jungle of modern relationships, many seniors become homeless in their very own homes.  

When the movie ‘Bobby’ was released in 1973, it sent a spark through millions of old and young hearts alike. The film Julie gained recognition for portraying love at the age of sixteen. Stories of teenage love and romance have captivated people for centuries. Binding love to age restrictions, whether at 15 or 75, goes against nature.

Parents are not happier or more satisfied with life than childless individuals, but they do experience a greater sense of meaning in life. This finding was especially pronounced among women with low socioeconomic status.

Elders in joint families are increasingly hesitant to arrange marriages for their sons, haunted by the fear of daughters-in-law. Meanwhile, working professionals prefer staying single, opting for live-in relationships, free from marital bonds, regardless of the consequences. If a marriage lasts seven years, it is now considered successful, a far cry from the traditional ‘seven lifetimes’ commitment. 

Urban highways reduce the number of social connections between people living on either side of the road by an average of up to 16 per cent, finds a new study.

Volunteering eases the transition from employment to retirement, according to research from the University of Cologne.

People over the age of 50 in the USA are more likely to be depressed when using social media, especially at times of isolation and crisis, according to research from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore.

The recent tragic news of husbands committing suicide has shaken the dormant Indian society. Wives are being blamed for their demands or mental stress, leading many husbands to see suicide as the only way out. Every day, ten suicides are reported due to marital issues.

Women becoming the breadwinner of the family can result in a higher likelihood of mental health issues for both husbands and wives, research from Durham University Business School reveals.

Trolls, bots and bot farms seem to have overwhelmed some social media sites and have become a symbol for the darker side of online life. They seem to spread only disinformation, sow discord and be intent on aggression and upset.