Laura Carstensen
Psychology Professor | The Science of Longevity & Aging
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Laura Carstensen is a pioneer in the field of aging and longevity. As the founding director of the Stanford Center on Longevity, she has spent decades studying how people's goals, motivations, and emotional experiences change over the lifespan.
Carstensen's influential research has challenged conventional notions about aging, showing that the later decades of life can be a time of growth, not decline. Her TED talks have reached millions, offering science-backed strategies for making the most of our longer lifespans.
Carstensen's keynotes give audiences a fresh perspective on the aging process and how to live longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives.
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Older people are happier
In the 20th century we added an unprecedented number of years to our lifespans, but is the quality of life as good? Surprisingly, yes! Psychologist Laura Carstensen shows research that demonstrates that as people get older they become happier, more content, and have a more positive outlook on the world.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDxWomen 2011 2011 | 2011 |
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