People Who Live to 100 Have One Thing in Common – And It's Not Just Diet
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A study conducted in one of the so-called blue zones, regions of the world with higher rates of people 100 years of age or older, found something in common among the centenaries that goes beyond traditional protective factors, such as physical activity and food. According to the paper, published in the scientific journal International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology, the personality of these individuals is also a key piece for longevity.
A study carried out in a blue area of Sardinia, Italy, points out that curiosity and openness to new experiences could have more weight than it seems in the way we age
This time, Italian researchers approached the question of why certain people live to be 100 years old from the perspective of psychology.
Scientists Studied People Who Live to 100, One Surprising Personality Trait Kept Appearing
Image Courtesy: iStock Diet, exercise, and strong social connections are often credited for helping people live longer, but new research suggests personality may play an equally important role. Scientists studying one of the world’s famous “Blue Zones” found that people who reach exceptional ages tend to share a key psychological trait that could influence how […] The post Scientists Studied People Who Live to 100, One Surprising Personality Tra…
The term "Blue Zone" refers to regions with a high proportion of healthy, long-lived individuals, including those over 100 years old. These include central-eastern Sardinia in Italy, Okinawa Prefecture in Japan, and Ikaria in Greece. Research has revealed that people in these Blue Zones often exhibit certain personality traits (the Big Five personality traits). Read more...
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