Saturday, December 29, 2018

Cultural Activities May Reduce Risk of Depression in Middle and Old Age

Regular visits to the theater, art galleries or museums can dramatically reduce the odds of developing depression in middle and old age, according to a new U.K. study by researchers at University College London.

The findings, published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, show a clear link between the frequency of “cultural engagement” and the chances of a person over 50 developing depression. The study is the first to demonstrate that cultural activities not only help people manage...


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source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/12/29/cultural-activities-may-reduce-risk-of-depression-in-middle-and-old-age/141571.html

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