It is a fact that early life struggles can leave a lasting mark on how people connect with others as they grow older. This is especially true for middle-aged and older adults in China. These struggles, known as adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, can affect how much people engage in social activities and how much support they receive from friends and family. Soc...

Ever wondered how friends influence our health choices? In China, a recent survey found that peers have a big impact on the habits of middle-aged and older adults. But here's where it gets interesting - the internet plays a unique role in all this. It acts like a moderator, tweaking how peer pressure affects what people do for their health. For instance, if an older ...