MEANING IN LIFE

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Jan 29 2026SCIENCE

How Social Media Shapes Our Sense of Purpose

People often talk about the bad sides of social media. But what if we look at how it can actually help us feel more connected and purposeful? A recent study tried to do just that. It looked at why people use social media and how that relates to their sense of meaning in life. The study involved nea

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Finding Purpose in Later Years: A Look at Elderly Life in Care Homes

As people age, their health, social roles, and sense of self often change. Research shows that having a sense of purpose can lead to better health and happiness. This study looked at elderly people living in care homes in Romania. It found that religion and spirituality were very important to them.

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

How Purpose in Life Affects Mental Health in Older Europeans

In Europe, older adults often grapple with mental health issues. One key factor that can influence this is how much purpose they find in life. A recent study looked into this, focusing on people aged 50 and over from 17 different European countries. The research aimed to see if certain cognitive abi

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Nov 19 2024HEALTH

How Resilience Shapes ICU Nurses' Attitudes Toward Death

Many older adults wish to spend their last days in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). ICU nurses play a crucial role in providing hospice care, and their views on death greatly impact the quality of end-of-life services they offer. Positive psychology highlights the importance of fostering positive attit

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