Study suggests a simple strategy to improve your mood in 12 minutes
From the Iowa State University press release: We all have a remedy — a glass of wine or a piece of chocolate — for lifting our spirits when we’re in a bad mood. Rather than…
Study suggests eating breakfast with parents is associated with positive body image for teenagers
From the University of Missouri-Columbia press release: Parents hoping to raise teenagers with positive body image might just find helpful tools in the kitchen every morning. A new study from the University of Missouri says…
Study suggests that for older adults, sense of control tied to feeling younger
From the North Carolina State University press release: A recent study finds that older adults feel younger when they feel that they have more control over their daily lives, regardless of stress or health concerns.…
Study suggests green spaces can help increase well-being and social connections among city residents
From the University of Waterloo press release: Simple, inexpensive urban design interventions can increase well-being and social connections among city residents, finds a new case study from the Urban Realities Lab at the University of…
Study suggests setting realistic goals can lead to more well-being
From the University of Basel press release: Those who set realistic goals can hope for a higher level of well-being. The key for later satisfaction is whether the life goals are seen as attainable and…
Study suggests interacting with more people helps keep older adults more active
From the University of Texas at Austin press release: It’s been said that variety is the spice of life, and now scientists say variety in your social circle may help you live longer. Researchers at…
Study suggests healthy diet can ease symptoms of depression
From the University of Manchester press release: An analysis of data from almost 46,000 people has found that weight loss, nutrient boosting and fat reduction diets can all reduce the symptoms of depression. Dr Joseph…
Study suggests fruit and vegetables may be important for mental as well as physical well-being
From the University of Leeds press release: Researchers have analyzed data from more than 40,000 people in the UK, and found that changes in fruit and vegetable consumption are correlated with changes in mental well-being.…
Study suggests positive well-being may protect against depression in people with autism
From the Wiley press release: In an Autism Research study of 36 newly employed adults with autism spectrum disorder who were participating in a supported employment program, positive well-being — or a sense of happiness and life…
Tetris study examines role of distraction in coping with uncertainty
From the University of California – Riverside press release: Tetris could be the salve for a worried mind. The venerable video game was used in a recent experiment to create a state of “flow” —…