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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Senior Blogs: Mental Exercise and a Connection to the World

Saturday June 27, 2009
If you regularly use the Internet, you are in good company. The number of adults over 50 who use the Internet is growing steadily, according to a Harris Poll. Find out how many of your fellow older Americans use the Internet.

And what’s a popular leisure activity for Web-savvy seniors? Senior blogs, which offer a wealth of benefits for older adults, including mental stimulation, an opportunity to keep up with current events, and a connection to people around the world. Some of the most fun reading on the Internet are the wry, candid and thoughtful musings of older adults.
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