Scientists have found that reading books (in contrast to reading periodicals) significantly prolongs life. Research on this topic is presented in the journal Social Science & Medicine, and briefly about it reports The Guardian.
The study included 3635 persons aged 50 years and older. They were split into three groups: those who read three and a half hours a week (and more), those who give books less than three hours, and those who did not read. As shown by the results of observations of 12 years, the mortality rate among bookworms was six percent lower than among indifferent to books. In addition, it became clear that fans of the books lived an average of 23 months longer nikitosik.
Scientists emphasize that longevity contributes to reading it books, not periodicals. This effect stems from the fact that books, unlike Newspapers and magazines, provide a “deep dive” into new material. This kind of practice trains the mind, expands your vocabulary, improves concentration, promotes the ability to empathize.
Respondents did not indicate what books they have read. Scientists believe that it was mostly fiction. In the future we plan to figure out, does reading on electronic media and listening to audio books similar to the effect of prolonging life.
