Purpose in life and lung function: an individual-participant meta-analysis of six cohort studies.

Angelina R Sutin, Yannick Stephan, Martina Luchetti, Justin Brown, Tiia Kekäläinen, André Hajek, Brice Canada, Sébastien Kuss, Antonio Terracciano

Florida State University College of Medicine, 1115 W. Call Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32306, USA. [email protected] State University College of Medicine, 1115 W. Call Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32306, USA. [email protected]. · pubmed

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Abstract

Purpose in life is a psychological resource associated with better health outcomes across adulthood. It is unknown whether it is related to lung function, a key marker of health and longevity. We evaluate the replicability and generalizability of the cross-sectional association between purpose in life and lung function and whether purpose in life is associated with lower risk of developing poor lung function over time.

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Research summary

The paper claims that purpose in life is associated with better lung function and a lower risk of developing poor lung function over time. This research is relevant as it explores psychological factors that may influence physiological health markers, potentially contributing to our understanding of longevity and overall well-being.

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