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Reading for Pleasure Linked to Better Memory, Empathy and Mental Health

A large review of surveys and long-term studies finds that regular reading for enjoyment is associated with stronger brain structure, improved mental health and lower risk of cognitive decline, even as reading rates fall.

Reading for pleasure boosts memory, empathy and mental health
Reading for Pleasure Linked to Better Memory, Empathy and Mental Health
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A large review of surveys and long-term studies finds that regular reading for enjoyment is associated with stronger brain structure, improved mental health and lower risk of cognitive decline, even as reading rates fall.