Want To Live Longer? Stay Sociable, Study Says
- Researchers tracked 2,268 Americans aged 60 and older in a 2016 study on social engagement and mortality risks.
- The study linked higher social engagement with lower death risk, driven by activities like charity work and playing with grandchildren.
- Specific engagements predicted mortality reduction: charity work , sports/social clubs , and playing with grandkids .
- Lead researcher Dr. Ashraf Abugroun emphasized that being actively involved in social activities plays a significant role in improving health outcomes for older adults.
- The findings suggest that seniors should maintain social activities to promote healthier aging and potentially extend their lifespan.
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Staying social could help you live longer, new study finds
Being socially active isn’t just good for your mood—it might actually help you live longer. A new study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society shows that older adults who regularly take part in social activities have a significantly lower risk of dying over a four-year period. The study looked at 2,268 people […] The post Staying social could help you live longer, new study finds appeared first on Knowridge Science Report.
Social Engagement Linked to Longer Life
A new study shows that older adults who stay socially active have a significantly lower risk of death over four years compared to those with low social engagement. The research, involving over 2,200 individuals aged 60 and older, found that high engagement in activities like charity work, grandparenting, and club participation reduced mortality risk by 42%.
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