Caregivers gradually see their well-being decline
The more time a person spends helping a sick loved one, the more their personal well-being suffers, a new study ...
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Sleep: What an extra 46 minutes a night can do for you
Even a slight increase in sleep time can have effects on mental and social well-being by boosting our gratitude and ...
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Running: thrills and long-term goals make you happy
Participating in a half marathon to achieve a new personal best can promote our development. THE ESSENTIAL In a study ...
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The boom in glucose sensors to measure your well-being
Originally designed for people with diabetes, more and more people are using glucose sensors to assess the effects of diet ...
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To protect your mental health, strengthen your muscles
A team of researchers has highlighted an association between maintaining good muscle strength with age and psychological well-being in seniors. ...
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Adolescence: friendships shape well-being
The quality and types of friendships formed in adolescence can shape well-being in adulthood, a new study suggests. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Are you satisfied with your life? Are you less likely to have a heart attack or stroke?
People who are happy with their lives or have a sense of well-being are less likely to develop cardiovascular disease. ...
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Extracurricular activities: to be practiced in moderation!
Accumulating extracurricular activities can potentially harm children's development and well-being. How busy should they be? Explained. THE ESSENTIAL Children who ...
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Mental health: video games improve well-being
Playing video games could improve mental well-being, according to a Japanese study. THE ESSENTIAL Playing video games improves mental well-being, ...
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Women’s sexual and reproductive health rights to know
Women’s rights to sexual and reproductive health are fundamental to their well-being, autonomy and dignity. Yet these rights are often ...
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The Like Trap: How Social Media Impacts Our Well-Being
Behind likes and shares lie complex mechanisms that can significantly influence our psychological well-being. THE ESSENTIAL Social media has a ...
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At your workplace, 15 minutes of physical activity is enough to improve your health
Employees who exercise in a fun way do more sports, which improves their general health and well-being. THE ESSENTIAL The ...
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Body and mind: an inseparable duo
The adage “a healthy mind resides in a healthy body” has never been more relevant. The relationship between body and ...
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Dementia: Lack of purpose in life could signal risk
Feelings of having no purpose in life or few opportunities for personal improvement among older adults may precede the development ...
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Judging your own happiness could backfire
Being concerned about happiness but not aspiring to it is linked to negative emotions and poorer well-being. THE ESSENTIAL The ...
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Want to stop procrastinating? Be more optimistic!
Adults with an optimistic view of the future are less likely to put off doing things they could do right ...
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These 5 habits ensure good mental health
An Australian researcher has identified the 5 activities and habits to integrate into your daily routine to ensure good mental ...
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Mental health: watching birds boosts well-being
Watching birds helps improve mental health and reduce psychological distress, according to a new study. If you feel anxious or ...
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Happiness: find your reason for living thanks to ikigai
Ikigai is a Japanese concept that can help you access mental well-being, essential for long-term health. “Health is a state ...
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How can watching sports improve your well-being?
A Japanese study explains how watching sports on TV increases well-being. THE ESSENTIAL A team of Japanese researchers has discovered ...
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What is the impact of running on the brain?
Running can be a real catalyst for mental well-being. THE ESSENTIAL Running is an aerobic exercise that is excellent for ...
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Combining mindfulness and sport, the key to being happy?
Doing physical activity while practicing mindfulness would improve physical and mental well-being. THE ESSENTIAL Sport and mindfulness, practiced separately, are ...
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Exchanging a few words with strangers improves our well-being
Hello, thank you, how are you?... These small everyday interactions improve our well-being. THE ESSENTIAL Following the Covid-19 pandemic, a ...
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Feeding birds is beneficial for our well-being
US scientists have stressed the importance of recognizing the positive impact of bird feeding on humans. THE ESSENTIAL In the ...
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Psychology: pole dancing classes improve women’s well-being
Pole dancing classes can significantly improve women's well-being, according to a new psychology study. THE ESSENTIAL Pole dancing is becoming ...
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Solitude can also be beneficial to your well-being!
Although solitude is not always viewed favorably, it can have beneficial effects on well-being, a new study shows. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Can poetry help overcome loneliness?
Many people who used poetry as a way to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic experienced a positive impact on their ...
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To achieve your goal, get angry
Anger is a powerful motivator to achieve one's goals, according to research from the American Psychological Association. Anger is one ...
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Loving your body is linked to greater life satisfaction
Having a more positive body image is strongly associated with better psychological well-being. THE ESSENTIAL Single people and people in ...
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Happiness is also talking to strangers
Having deep conversations with strangers would improve well-being. THE ESSENTIAL We would underestimate how interested strangers are in knowing more ...
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