by Volume 17, Number 5 May 2021 Loneliness is a subjective state, defined as the feeling of being alone or the experience of having fewer social contacts than one desires. Social connection, on the other hand, is an objective assessment…
To a Point
by Volume 17, Number 4 Optimism has been associated with better health outcomes in numerous studies, whether the optimism is dispositional (a personality trait) or learned (a way of thinking, such as a growth mindset). But as is the case…
Vaccination Motivation
by Volume 17, Number 3 Vaccine hesitancy is an ongoing issue for the annual influenza vaccine as well as other recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults. At the present time, much public health and…
Sleep Uniformity
by Volume 17, Number 2February 2021 Diversity is advantageous in many health-related realms. Healthy diets typically include a variety of foods, particularly vegetables that have many different colors. Exercise that has both cardiovascular and strength…
Spousal Concordance and Health
by Volume 17, Number 1 January 2021 Good relationships tend to be good for health, while bad relationships tend to be harmful to health. From a psychological perspective, good relationships help mitigate harmful effects of…
Does Intensity of Physical Activity Matter?
by Volume 16, Number 12 There is extensive evidence indicating that regular physical activity is beneficial for health. While there is less clarity about what type and how much exercise is optimal, a common starting…