Orli Belman, Author at USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

Jun 25

USC Leonard Davis School Assistant Professors Receive Hanson-Thorell Research Awards For Promising Research Directions

By Orli Belman Featured, Honors and Awards, Research

Jessica Y. Ho will explore the impact of the opioid epidemic on older adults, and Andrei Irimia will examine risk of cognitive decline after concussions. Continue Reading USC Leonard Davis School Assistant Professors Receive Hanson-Thorell Research Awards For Promising Research Directions

May 05

From USC Leonard Davis School undergrad to medical doctor fighting COVID-19

By Orli Belman Alumni, COVID-19, Featured, Health and Wellness

Humanitarian Tyler Evans '02 has responded to disease outbreaks around the globe and is now the chief medical officer overseeing the COVID-19 response for the New York City Department of Emergency Management. Continue Reading From USC Leonard Davis School undergrad to medical doctor fighting COVID-19

Apr 30

Zoom screenshot of Walsh’s students holding up four fingers to represent their course, Gero 414, Neurobiology of Aging.

5 Tips for Becoming a Better Teacher Online

By Orli Belman Academics, Courses, COVID-19, Featured

Associate Professor John Walsh shares the tips he’s learned over the years that can help even novice instructors improve their teaching both online and off. Continue Reading 5 Tips for Becoming a Better Teacher Online

Apr 27

COVID-19 Recovery Challenges Include Possible Financial Hardships

By Orli Belman COVID-19, Diversity, Featured, Health and Wellness

For many Americans, the extension or end of social distancing measures may mean the start of another challenging chapter, says Assistant Professor Reggie Tucker-Seeley. Continue Reading COVID-19 Recovery Challenges Include Possible Financial Hardships

Apr 16

Gerontology students reach out to older adults isolated by COVID-19

By Orli Belman Community Service, COVID-19, Featured, Intergenerational, Students

Members of the USC Student Gerontology Association and the USC chapter of the service group Glamour Gals are connecting with older adults across the country. Continue Reading Gerontology students reach out to older adults isolated by COVID-19

Mar 31

Finding Purpose in the Time of the Coronavirus (Next Ave)

By Orli Belman In the News

Next Ave published an essay by Paul Irving, distinguished scholar in residence at the USC Leonard Davis School, on seven ways to find purpose during the pandemic. "In this moment, as we face physical isolation, financial loss and threatened health, finding purpose may actually save lives," he wrote. Continue Reading…

Mar 24

Resources to Stay Safe at Home

By Orli Belman COVID-19

The USC Fall Prevention Center of Excellence has compiled a list of resources to make your home safe and supportive for you and your loved ones. View the list here. Continue Reading Resources to Stay Safe at Home

Mar 24

Demographic Trends

By Orli Belman COVID-19

In general, most countries are experiencing the highest death rates from COVID-19 at the older ages (e.g., 85+) and for men, say USC Leonard Davis demography experts. Continue Reading Demographic Trends

Mar 24

Biological Differences Between Men and Women

By Orli Belman COVID-19

Based on epidemiological data from Italian and Chinese cases of COVID-19, the disease disproportionately affects older people and has the highest death toll in men (~75% of reported deaths). Continue Reading Biological Differences Between Men and Women

Mar 24

Staying Close, Virtually

By Orli Belman COVID-19

Using technological solutions to help people stay connected could improve well-being in some people, says Eileen Crimmins, University Professor and AARP Professor of Gerontology. Continue Reading Staying Close, Virtually

Orli Belman

USC Leonard Davis School Assistant Professors Receive Hanson-Thorell Research Awards For Promising Research Directions

From USC Leonard Davis School undergrad to medical doctor fighting COVID-19

5 Tips for Becoming a Better Teacher Online

COVID-19 Recovery Challenges Include Possible Financial Hardships

Gerontology students reach out to older adults isolated by COVID-19

Finding Purpose in the Time of the Coronavirus (Next Ave)

Resources to Stay Safe at Home

Demographic Trends

Biological Differences Between Men and Women

Staying Close, Virtually

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