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health6 hours ago•22 min saved

Delphi Consensus Defines a Core Six-Dimension Taxonomy for Positive Mental Health

A Delphi study with 122 experts across 11 disciplines identifies 19 dimensions for a preliminary taxonomy of positive mental health, with six dimensions—meaning and purpose, life satisfaction, self-acceptance, connection, autonomy, and happiness—receiving the highest consensus (>90%). The work aims to standardize how positive mental health is conceptualized across fields to improve measurement, intervention design, and policy, using three iterative rounds to refine 26 initial dimensions and incorporate expert suggestions.

via Nature|

#delphi-method #health #interdisciplinary

travel11 days ago•18 min saved

Resetting Your Body Clock on a Short Vacation

Even a quick getaway can misalign your circadian rhythms. To avoid social jet lag, sync your internal clock with the trip by aligning sleep, meals, exercise, and light exposure to the new schedule; starting with waking early can help re-set your body clock and keep vacation fatigue at bay.

via The Washington Post|

#circadian-rhythms #sleep #travel

psychology21 days ago•25 min saved

Narcissism’s paradox: some traits may boost happiness while others bring distress

A large meta-analysis of 229 studies (over 185,000 participants) shows narcissism is not uniformly harmful or protective. Grandiose narcissism, driven by agentic extraversion, links to higher positive mental health (life satisfaction, self-esteem, resilience) with little impact on negative mental health except for more compulsive social-media use; vulnerable narcissism relates to poorer outcomes across positive and negative mental-health measures (more depression, anxiety, loneliness, and stress). The researchers further split grandiose narcissism into admiration (associated with higher happiness and lower distress) and rivalry (linked to worse mental health). They also apply a three-factor model (agentic extraversion, antagonism, neuroticism) to explain patterns, finding agentic extraversion generally protective, while neuroticism and antagonism tend to be harmful. Age, survey type, and culture modulate effects, and limitations include reliance on self-reports and convenience samples. The study emphasizes nuanced, domain-specific interpretations of narcissism’s impact on mental health.

via PsyPost|

#grandiose-narcissism #mental-health #narcissism

wellbeing-life1 month ago•18 min saved

Challenging relationships may accelerate aging, study suggests

New Washington Post Wellbeing reporting ties hasslers—difficult people in your social circle—to chronic stress and epigenetic aging markers, suggesting that tough relationships could speed up aging; nearly 30% of people report at least one hassler in their network.

via The Washington Post|

#aging #health #relationships

health2 months ago•0 min saved

The Health Cost of Being Touch-Deprived

Research indicates that insufficient physical touch can negatively affect health and well-being, as illustrated by individuals like Allora Dannon who yearn for intentional, meaningful contact; the piece explains what touch-starvation is, its potential mental and physical effects, and tips for increasing healthy touch.

via The New York Times|

#health #mental-health #physical-contact

well-being2 months ago•4 min saved

Braving the cold pays off: outdoor time boosts mood, memory, and focus

A Washington Post Post Reports episode explains why spending time outdoors—even in winter—boosts mood, memory, and concentration, highlighting science-backed nature-therapy concepts and practical exercises like the Noticing Nature Intervention, which can increase optimism in about 14 days.

via The Washington Post|

#focus #memory #mental-health

health-and-wellness3 months ago•7 min saved

11 Home Details That Signal Emotional Struggles

The article highlights 11 subtle home environment clues—such as stacks of comfort movies, lack of hygiene products, unopened mail, processed foods, poor lighting, and clutter—that can indicate someone is struggling emotionally, often due to stress, depression, or anxiety. Recognizing these signs can help in understanding and supporting those facing emotional challenges.

via YourTango|

#emotional-health #health-and-wellness #home-environment

health-and-wellness3 months ago•5 min saved

The Benefits of Daydreaming Over Phone Use

Research suggests that putting down your phone and allowing your mind to wander through daydreaming can enhance well-being, boost creativity, improve problem-solving, and strengthen social connections, offering deeper benefits than passive phone use.

via The Washington Post|

#daydreaming #health-and-wellness #mindfulness

health3 months ago•0 min saved

Simple Habits for a Longer, Healthier Life

Anahad O’Connor and Gretchen Reynolds are offering a seven-day course through a newsletter that provides exclusive advice on how to live a long and healthy life, based on scientific research.

via The Washington Post|

#health #health-tips #healthy-living

science3 months ago•2 min saved

Economic Inequality Doesn't Always Harm Well-Being or Mental Health

A comprehensive meta-analysis of 168 studies involving over 11 million people found no reliable link between economic inequality and well-being or mental health, suggesting that large income gaps do not necessarily impact these outcomes and informing policy considerations.

via Nature|

#economic-inequality #mental-health #meta-analysis

health3 months ago•3 min saved

Uncovering the Hidden Strengths and Creativity of Adults with ADHD

A large international study found that adults with ADHD who recognize and utilize their personal strengths, such as hyperfocus, humor, and creativity, report better mental health, higher quality of life, and fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression, highlighting the importance of strengths-based approaches in ADHD care.

via ScienceDaily|

#adhd #health #mental-health

health-and-fitness3 months ago•1 min saved

Resolve to Strengthen in 2026

Starting 2026 with a focus on strength training can improve overall health, mood, cognitive function, and daily mobility, making it a valuable New Year's resolution for people of all fitness levels.

via The New York Times|

#fitness-goals #health #health-and-fitness

health-and-wellness3 months ago•0 min saved

Secrets to Longevity: Tips, Diet, and Heart Metrics from Centenarians

The article shares five tips from 'super agers' on how to live a healthy life, emphasizing that while genetics play a role, lifestyle choices are crucial for aging well into advanced years.

via The Washington Post|

#aging #health-and-wellness #healthy-lifestyle

well-being3 months ago•6 min saved

10 Easy Habits to Boost Your Joy in the New Year

The article emphasizes the importance of cultivating joy through 10 research-backed microhabits, such as practicing gratitude, asking meaningful questions, noticing small moments, giving back, celebrating wins, embracing authenticity, respecting rest, and envisioning future self, to enhance overall well-being and resilience in life.

via Oprah Daily|

#connection #gratitude #joyspan

psychology3 months ago•8 min saved

Psychology research challenges traditional views on happiness and self-control

A new study challenges the traditional view that self-control leads to happiness, instead finding that higher well-being predicts better self-control over time across different cultures, suggesting that prioritizing emotional health may be more effective for personal growth than relying solely on willpower.

via PsyPost|

#causality #happiness #longitudinal-study