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Granny's on Instagram! In the COVID-19 era, older adults see time differently and are doing better than younger people

  • Written by Marcia G. Ory, Regents and Distinguished Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, Texas A&M University
imageMany older adults are learning new digital skills to help them socialize virtually. Eva-Katalin/Getty Images

Time in the era of COVID-19 has taken on new meaning. “Blursday” is the new time word of the year – where every day seems the same when staying home and restricting socializing and work.

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