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Funny Medicine Podcast Episode 30: Medicial Benefits of Spending Time With Loved Ones
Episode 30
Deck the halls with doses of dopamine and oxytocin as we delve into the festive season from a medical perspective! In this episode, we unwrapped the idea that spending time with your loved ones isn't just good for that warm, fuzzy Christmas feeling, but also packs a punch when it comes to your physical and mental health. We explore how social interactions can reduce stress, boost happiness, and even lower the risk of chronic diseases. So pull up a chair, snag that last mince pie, and join us in discovering how taking a break from the holiday frenzy with friends and family could be just the prescription you need.
Sources:
https://medium.com/@brandy.drz/spending-time-with-loved-ones-reduces-stress-fc370c2b6272
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/surviving-tough-times.htm
https://psychcentral.com/health/how-to-get-through-hard-times
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/social-support-for-stress-relief.htm
https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-social-support-research-3144460
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-does-stress-impact-the-immune-system-6544009
https://health.umms.org/2020/11/10/stress-immune-system/
https://www.verywellhealth.com/stress-induced-infectious-diseases-1958879
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-happens-when-your-immune-system-gets-stressed-out
https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-wellbeing/social-connectedness/affect-health.htm
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321019
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Published on 2 years ago