A socially active lifestyle is an important factor to achieve wellness among the aging population. Many studies reveal a correlation between social interaction among older adults and their health and well-being. While diet and exercise are key factors for health, social connections can have a huge impact on your overall well-being too. Having emotional bonds can lead to healthier lifestyles including being eating healthy foods, physically active, reducing chronic pain, helping injury recovery, and stopping bad habits such as drinking and smoking. In this article, we share more about the positive impact of social engagement as you age!
Improved Emotional Health
Everyone wants to feel better inside and enjoy better emotional health. Being socially active builds a stronger sense of belonging and higher levels of self-worth. Studies show that when older adults engage with others who are passionate about similar interests and hobbies, they enjoy improved self-esteem from these social relationships. When you have better connections with others, you will benefit from having a support system and gain more purpose in life.
Enhanced Cognitive Function
You can improve your brainpower through social engagement! Research has shown that among older adults, there is a positive correlation between social engagement and cognitive function. When you keep active in social, cognitive demanding activities such as bridge, board games, chess, and crafts, you tend to have improved working memory, concentration, and executive reasoning skills.
Improved Physical Health
Build a stronger body and enjoy improved physical health with social engagement. Older adults who exercise regularly with friends look forward to working out and have fewer excuses to skip exercise sessions. Your relationships can help to support more physical activity, which increases the benefits you experience including enhanced balance, flexibility, mobility, and disease prevention.
Increased Longevity
Experience increased lifespan! It is found that older adults who spend more time with friends are kept stimulated, both mentally and physically. These social individuals are more likely to live longer and happier lives. If you have great social connections, you will get to have a support group who is there to help to deal with daily stresses and encourage you to lead a healthier, longer life.
Better Sleep
Stay better rested! Sleep plays an important role in your physical health, no matter what age you are. Sleep is important for supporting your brain, lungs, hormones, cardiovascular system, blood pressure, immunity, and appetite. However, some older people have sleeping difficulties because of being ill or as a result of certain medications. Research shows that older adults who are more socially active through volunteering, attending religious programs, or being active in groups tend to enjoy better sleep than those without. By taking part in social activities, you can achieve the recommended amount of sleep and feel more rested.
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