Study: Having Children May Add Years to Parents' Lives
A recent study suggests that having children may contribute to a longer life for parents, with the benefits becoming apparent as early as age 60. The research, conducted in Sweden, tracked participants for nearly a decade.
The study, involving over 1.4 million individuals, found that both men and women who had children lived longer than those who did not. The longevity benefit was more pronounced among unmarried men. Researchers are still investigating the reasons behind this observation.
The study, which began when participants were 60 years old and concluded in 2014, found that the longevity benefit could be as much as two years. It also noted that the gender of the child or children did not seem to matter.
While the study does not establish a causal relationship between having children and living longer, it suggests a link between the two. Further research is needed to understand the potential reasons behind this observation. The findings add to the growing body of evidence that social connections, such as family ties, can impact health and longevity in older adults.
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