Short Stuff: The Retirement Curse
Retirement can trigger a decline in mental and physical health—termed the 'retirement curse'—especially in the U.S., where people often lose social structure, purpose, and routine upon leaving work. The key to avoiding this downward spiral isn’t just staying alive, but staying engaged: th
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