The words we use about getting older and why they matter
Update: 2024-08-292
Description
How we talk about getting older can affect how we age, both mentally and physically. Michael asks Dr Lucy Pollock for her advice on ageing well and happily.
Dr Lucy Pollock has been an NHS consultant geriatrician, a doctor specialising in the care of older people, for over 30 years. She is the author of The Book About Getting Older, and her new book is The Golden Rule: lessons in living from a doctor of ageing.
Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Beth O'Dea.
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This episode is so interesting and the two of you are wonderful. You are thoughtful and generous. thank you