In fact, our bodies react to a lack of friends as if a crucial biological need is going unfulfilled. This is not surprising. For us humans, friends are not an optional extra -we have evolved to rely on them. But friendship comes at a cost; time spent socialising could be used in ...
Joining a gym or signing up to a class can provide new socialising opportunities whilst also offering a sense of belonging. It isn’t just cardio that can improve your mental health. Although most studies are conducted on the use of aerobic exercise, there is also positive evidence for ...
You might find that you discover new ways of socialising too outside of alcohol, and you’d want them to support you if the shoe was on the other foot. Also, always ask for an adult alcohol-free drink when you’re out – venues need to know there is demand!"...
In addition, respondents were asked about how COVID-19 restrictions on communal worship had affected them in terms of income, mood, socialising, and eating habits. The survey included 12 items on the extent to which individuals “missed” certain activities during the first lockdown restrictions,...
‘People are always on their phones, they might be working from home and not socialising as much, so having something regular, where people can go to clear their minds and hang out with each other, is more important than ever.’ One person who’s felt these benefits is Simon, one of ...
Socialising– If a child suffers from social anxiety, a pet can give them gentle encouragement. This isa condition which often develops in adolescent years, and is hard to combat. Having a pet which forces someone to get out and potentially interact with others is a good way of supporting pr...
In fact, our bodies react to a lack of friends as if a crucial biological need is going unfulfilled. This is not surprising. For us humans, friends are not an optional extra -we have evolved to rely on them. But friendship comes at a cost; time spent socialising could be used in ...
Overall, our exploratory study findings suggest that park users are willing to pay for parks, as they highly value them as places for exercising, socialising, and relaxing. Importantly, most people would miss parks if they did not exist. The findings aim to provide park managers, public health...
Thematic analysis was undertaken following the collection of data from two group interviews comprising PeerTalk support group attendees. Once those data were analysed, five key themes emerged: (1) talking/listening, (2) socialising, (3) contrast with other services, (4) personal benefits, and (5...
[9] highlight the range of potential activities that may constitute a green prescription, and these include: • therapeutic horticulture; • biodiversity conservation; • care farming (the use of farming practices for health, socialising and education); • green exercise (e.g. nature walks...