As people get older, they experience a decline in cognitive functions, but does this translate into an impaired ability to make decisions? Recent studies suggest that when it comes to seniors, supporting effective decision making means breaking it down into fewer options.

There isn’t an enormous amount to look forward to about the ageing process. But as our physical selves decline, are there psychological benefits that remain hidden? Researchers have found we become more trusting as we age and – more importantly – we're happier for it.

Around 5.1 million Brits aged over 65 have never been online. Catering to these untapped customers, Barclays has created over 3,500 'Digital Eagles' - specially-trained staff to help them get online and up to speed. But do people want a bank teaching them about the internet?

More than a quarter of British companies are set up by people aged 50-65 – with a higher success rate than any of their younger counterparts. But why are so many older 50s taking on challenges and starting new careers, when their parents rejoiced at the thought of retirement?