Entertainment: A Necessity for the Happiness of Seniors
Elderly individuals often struggle with having too much free time, which can lead to negative feelings and a lack of productivity, potentially resulting in depression and stress.
However, there are activities that can help seniors avoid depression and stress, such as engaging in physical exercise, spending time with family, or joining clubs designed for their age group to socialize and share experiences.
The main positive effects of entertainment for the elderly include:
Broader Horizons
Entertainment provides seniors with the opportunity to broaden their horizons, helping them resist the symptoms of aging, such as reduced mobility or disinterest in responsibilities. It encourages them to engage with life and participate in diverse activities that improve their physical, mental, and emotional health.
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Stress Relief
Entertainment also helps alleviate feelings of weakness, loneliness, and distress by integrating seniors into society, breaking their isolation, and creating avenues for communication with peers of their age.
A previous study conducted by the University of Queensland in Australia found that group activities reduce cognitive decline in seniors. The impact becomes more noticeable as they age. Seniors who engaged in physical exercise for a year experienced significant improvements in their memory and concentration levels.
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