A Saint Louis University School of Nursing faculty member named Helen Lach, Ph.D kicked off the first day of “fall” with a simple initiative and timely message to senior adults: “Don’t let fear of ...

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Fear of falling (FoF) is a prevalent concern among older adults that extends beyond the experience of actual falls. It encapsulates an anxiety regarding the potential for falling that can lead to ...

Fear of falling: it’s the official term for, well, being afraid of taking a tumble. With 1 in 4 adults over age 65 falling each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control, that apprehension is ...

September marks Fall Prevention Month, drawing attention to one of the most pressing yet often overlooked issues facing older adults: the fear of falling. While falls themselves are a well-known ...