Older people are less stressed, according to a recent 20-year analysis of 2845 adults. The study, led by David Almeida from Penn State, has been following a large group of adults since 1995. 👇 1/6
Young people (20s) report being more exposed to stressful events: challenges, as well as upsetting or disruptive events. 2/6
Older people (70s) only report being stressed 20-25% of the time, compared to 40-45% for young people. 3/6
Also, at around 55 years old, people start responding better to stress, compared to younger people. 4/6
There are three reasons behind it, according to researchers: 5/6
1. Our social roles are different.
2. When we grow older, we appreciate the value of life.
3. Experience helps us cope better.
1. Our social roles are different.
2. When we grow older, we appreciate the value of life.
3. Experience helps us cope better.
Stress is good, though. But more importantly, how we respond to stress can be the difference in our lives. 6/6
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