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Why am I so impatient as I get older? Understanding the Shift

According to one study, many older adults may feel that their patience changes as they age, with feelings of frustration and less tolerance for things they find unimportant becoming more common. This raises a critical question for many: Why am I so impatient as I get older? The answers are multifaceted, stemming from physical, psychological, and hormonal changes that affect mood, impulse control, and how we perceive the world around us.