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Going to gigs can help you live longer, new study claims
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Sam MooreMar 27, 2018 6:26 pm
We knew there had to be a good reason...
The outcome of a new study has suggested that regularly going to gigs can actually help you live longer.
The report,
which was conducted by O2 and Goldsmith’s University Associate Lecturer Patrick ***an (who specialises in behavioural science), has come up with the surprising findings.
According to the study, experiencing a gig for just 20 minutes can result in a 21% increase in feelings of well-being. Further research found a direct link between “high levels of well-being [and] a lifespan increase of nine years”, therefore suggesting that being exposed to live music could help you live longer.
Bespoke psychometric testing and heart-rate tests were given to the participants of the study, with an increase in feelings of self-worth (25%), closeness to others (25%) and mental stimulation (75%) reported when said participants attended a gig.
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The study also found that those who attend gigs once a fortnight are most likely to score their “happiness, contentment, productivity and self-esteem at the highest level”.
Speaking about the results of the study, ***an praised the “profound” impact gigs can have on the human experience.
“Our research showcases the profound impact gigs have on feelings of health, happiness and wellbeing – with fortnightly or regular attendance being the key,” he said.
“Combining all of our findings with O2’s research, we arrive at a prescription of a gig a fortnight which could pave the way for almost a decade more years of life.”