The impact of reading on personal health
Last updated 12/21/2022 at 10:50pm

Finding ways to reduce stress, including through activities like reading, is a win for anyone who wants to improve his or her health. Village News/Metro photo
Books transport people to different times, provide a sense of escapism and introduce readers to different schools of thought. Individuals may read for pleasure and/or to expand their intellectual horizons.
It's important to note that reading also may help improve mental and physical health. With so much to gain from reading, now is a great time to embrace those book clubs, resolve to read more and explore how picking up a good book may be just what the doctor ordered.
Reduces stress
Immersing yourself in a story requires focus and concentration. According to researchers at the University o...
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