Having a higher purpose in life reduces risk of death among older adults
Monday, June 15, 2009 - 12:14
in Health & Medicine
Possessing a greater purpose in life is associated with lower mortality rates among older adults according to a new study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center. The study, published in journal, Psychosomatic Medicine.
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