Family
Life and Social Support
Love is
good for health; a good company is a therapy. Human was not created to live alone. Even before civilization
humankind needed companionship. The Bible tells us the story of Adam who felt sad because he did not have a
being like him in Eden garden. He became happy after the arrival of Eve in his life. Nothing changes today; we
need love and support from others. A compliment, a smile or a gesture of love from another person contributes to
health and the reduction of premature aging or aging-related diseases.
Social
ties are also important against aging; they can add years to your life. Being involved in your community or
having a project to help others make life worth living. Those steps only can increase the number of years. It is
shown in many studies that elderly people who engage in community service in order to help others live healthier
and longer. To live and stay young, although drugs and undergoing plastic surgeries can be useful, for most
people lifestyle change may need to improve or change.
Regularly share enjoyable activities with your family members, friends, and colleagues. If you have grand children,
play with them; such moments can be more effective than any anti aging treatment. If you feel lonely or depressed,
do not hesitate to talk to your doctor or a psychologist. You can go on social network to make friends (be careful,
however, with strangers you meet online). In addition, you can volunteer in a hospital or any center that needs the
support of others.
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