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Doubt, cost and stigma stop many seniors from seeking help. Learn how to access affordable talk therapy that may improve your mental health.

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Take the Cognitive Assessment and Lifestyle Check-Ins

Now AARP members and all users with an aarp.org account have access to the Cognitive Assessment, Lifestyle Check-Ins and Additional Tests for no additional cost. And you can retake the assessment every 30 days!

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Among U.S. adults, how common is ongoing trouble with falling asleep or staying asleep?

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Fostering Pets for Joy and Purpose

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