Social connection is the strongest protective factor for depression

Friday, August 14, 2020 - 15:11 in Psychology & Sociology

Researchers have identified a set of modifiable factors from a field of over 100 that could represent valuable targets for preventing depression in adults. The team named social connection as the strongest protective factor for depression, and suggested that reducing sedentary activities such as TV watching and daytime napping could also help lower the risk of depression.

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