Why social connections might be the true key to super longevity
In short: The Italian island of Sardinia has a remarkable density of centenarians. This video explores why researcher Susan Pinker believes close personal relationships, rather than diet or temperament, are the real drivers of long life.
The number of people reaching age 100 in Sardinia exceeds that of the Italian mainland by over sixfold and surpasses North American figures tenfold. While many attribute such longevity to a low-fat, gluten-free diet or a sunny disposition, psychologist Susan Pinker suggests the secret lies in the importance of face-to-face interactions and deep personal bonds.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: The secret to living longer may be your social life | Susan Pinker
- Also: LibGuides: PSY 180 - Psychology of Aging - Textbook: The Secret to Living Longer May Be Your Social Life
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