
S15E3 - Hobbies, Life, and Personal Info
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Engaging in hobbies is strongly associated with better health, happiness, and life satisfaction, particularly for older adults. The benefits included fewer depressive symptoms and higher self-reported health, and the effects were universal across different countries. While correlation does not prove causation, the findings suggest hobbies provide creative, emotional, and cognitive benefits that are linked to improved well-being.
Key findings
Improved mental health: Individuals with hobbies reported fewer depressive symptoms and higher life satisfaction.
Better overall health…
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