Social Connection for Your Health

Want to live a longer and happier life?  Grab yourself some friends and be social!  Studies have shown that people with a large network of friends outlive those with fewer friends by as much as 22 percent!  Having that social connection helps boost your overall mood and self-esteem while keeping the feeling of depression down.  Why? It’s all about support!  Studies have also shown that people with a large social support can bounce back from devastating events because their friends provide the emotional support and encouragement they need. [1]

Keep your friends close and continue to make new ones!  Join a gym or yoga class to keep your body healthy and your social circle growing!

Express your love today!

Dr. Kim

[1]http://www.webmd.com/balance/features/good-friends-are-good-for-you
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