The Science of Happiness
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What was the impact of walking in nature on undergraduate participants' cognitive performance?

  • Improved physical health but not cognitive performance
  • Improved performance on attention and memory suppression tasks (correct)
  • Decreased performance on cognitive tasks
  • No significant impact on cognitive performance

    • What were the findings of the long-term study on people who moved to greener areas?

  • Immediate improvement in mental health and enduring effects even 3 years post-move (correct)
  • Temporary improvement in mental health with no long-lasting effects
  • No significant improvement in mental health compared to matched controls
  • Worsening of mental health after moving to greener areas

    • How did green outdoor activities affect children with ADHD?

  • Reduced symptoms significantly more than activities conducted in other settings (correct)
  • Reduced symptoms, but only in specific age and gender groups
  • Had no significant impact on ADHD symptoms
  • Increased symptoms compared to activities in indoor settings

    • What was the impact of viewing pictures of nature on participants' performance on a directed attention task?

    <p>Nature scene group showed improved performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested approach for walking in a natural setting according to the provided text?

    <p>Focus on connecting with your own body and with the world around you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of spending time in natural settings on mental health, based on the British Household Panel Survey?

    <p>Immediate improvement in mental health and enduring effects even 3 years post-move</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences our mind?

    <p>Regulating sleep, exercise, and nourishing our body with healthy foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the facial feedback theory suggest?

    <p>Sensory feedback from facial expression can produce particular emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does saying the phonemes e and ah affect mood, according to the text?

    <p>It puts people in a better mood as it activates smiling muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Botox have on people's ability to read facial emotions?

    <p>It impairs people's ability to read facial emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is associated with increased depression scores, according to the text?

    <p>Botox treatment of laughter lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the study mentioned in the text, what effect did subtly manipulating participants into furrowing their brows have?

    <p>People feel sadder while looking at sad photos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitters are stimulated by exercise, similar to the effects of an antidepressant drug?

    <p>Norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of exercise on the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and new neurons in the brain?

    <p>Stimulates the production of BDNF and new, stress-resistant neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of GABA in reducing stress and anxiety as a result of exercise?

    <p>Inhibitory neurotransmitter, serving to quiet overly excited neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of exercise on the gene encoding VGF nerve growth factor?

    <p>Upregulates the gene encoding VGF nerve growth factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of toned muscles produced by exercise on plasma kynurenine, a depression-causing toxin?

    <p>Filters plasma kynurenine, rendering mice resistant to depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of spending time in nature on brain activity, based on the study comparing participants walking in natural settings and urban settings?

    <p>Lower frustration, engagement, and arousal, and higher meditation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of transplanting gut bacteria from children with autism spectrum disorder into mice?

    <p>The mice exhibited autism-like behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did ingesting a prebiotic daily for 3 weeks have on participants?

    <p>They focused more on positive information and less on negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of consuming two cups of yogurt daily for women?

    <p>They responded more calmly to images of faces displaying negative affect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has physical exercise been shown to be the most effective instant booster of?

    <p>Happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does regular exercise in later life predict?

    <p>Better cognitive functioning and reduced risk of neurocognitive disorders and Alzheimer’s disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did a meta-analysis find about the effect of exercise on depression across age groups and geographical regions?

    <p>It has a large protective effect against the development of depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of laughter on blood flow?

    <p>It causes the endothelium to expand, increasing blood flow by 22%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does REM sleep have an association with?

    <p>Amygdala activation and emotional processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant benefit of getting sufficient sleep?

    <p>Increased happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of Botox injections on sexual function?

    <p>Reduced sexual function due to their effect on facial expressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is humor linked to brain activation?

    <p>Linked to increased activation of subcortical regions, including the nucleus accumbens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of dietary interventions on depression symptoms?

    <p>The Mediterranean diet has been found to reduce depression symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Science of Happiness: Sleep, Laughter, and Body Awareness

    • Botox injections have been associated with reduced sexual function due to their effect on facial expressions during the plateau phase before orgasm
    • Humor is linked to increased activation of subcortical regions, including the nucleus accumbens, a key component of the brain's reward system
    • Laughter causes the endothelium to expand, increasing blood flow by 22%, akin to the effects of aerobic exercise or statin therapy
    • People who laugh frequently have lower incidences of heart disease and experience cardiovascular benefits similar to a workout
    • Getting sufficient sleep is one of the most effective ways to increase happiness, as reported by a Gallup survey
    • Less sleep for students predicts more conflicts in friendships and romantic relationships
    • Sleep plays a crucial role in emotion regulation, with brain scans showing impaired activity after a night of no sleep
    • REM sleep is associated with amygdala activation and may aid in "working through" emotional issues
    • Patients with depression showing high eye movement density and high affect strength during their first REM period are more likely to be in remission a year later
    • Psychological disorders, including mood and anxiety disorders, are associated with disturbed sleep patterns, with bidirectional effects
    • Treating insomnia doubles the chances of recovery from depression, and CBT-I is considered a significant advance in depression treatment
    • Dietary interventions, particularly the Mediterranean diet, have been found to reduce depression symptoms, with 32% achieving full remission after 12 weeks of nutrition counseling compared to 8% in the control group

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    Discover the connection between sleep, laughter, and body awareness and their impact on happiness in this insightful quiz. Learn about the science behind the effects of Botox injections, humor, laughter, and sleep on emotional well-being, relationships, and mental health. Gain valuable insights into how these factors play a crucial role in promoting happiness and overall wellness.

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