Membership in many groups leads to quick recovery from physical challenges

Wednesday, December 15, 2010 - 14:10 in Psychology & Sociology

Being a part of many different social groups can improve mental health and help a person cope with stressful events. It also leads to better physical health, making you more able to withstand—and recover faster from—physical challenges, according to a study in the current Social Psychological and Personality Science.

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