For older adults, being more physically active might help reduce feelings of depression — and part of why it works could be because it leads to more socializing.

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Social physical activity and sedentary behaviour as key determinants of humour expression and loneliness in older adults: a cross-sectional study using bayesian variable selection approach

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2026 Feb 7

The study found that older adults who exercise with friends feel less lonely, partly because they laugh and share humour more. This supports the idea that socializing during physical activity helps improve mood.

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