Bad posture makes us sad, fearful

Bad posture not only leads to chronic pain in the back, as scientists have found from New Zealand. It also makes us more sad and fearful.

Bad posture

Science is well aware of the negative impact incorrect posture   the state human spine, but in the journal Health Psychology published results the work of researchers who have decided to find whether bearing on the psyche. This study was undertaken shortly after the science has proven the connection muscles with emotion. In particular, it is known that Botox injections in the forehead, which do not allow him to develop wrinkles and frown, are very effective in treating depression.

It was found that even cheaper way to preserve good the mood is correct posture . The researchers observed the effect of posture on the mood of the inhabitants of the New 74 Zealand, which are specifically fixed in different positions by means of a special Ribbon time to answer questions to determine the mood level stress and self-esteem. During this time, blood pressure was measured scientists palpitations and participants in the experiment.

It turned out that people sitting with his back perfectly straight, All these figures were the best. People with correct posture   We feel more enthusiasm felt more passionate and strong. But volunteers with incorrect posture   there was more fear of nerve disorders, drowsiness and a sense of sadness.

Correct posture is also associated with higher self-esteem, less fear of communicating with other people and less negative emotions. Finally, people with back straight there is more healthy and intense pulse. (READ MORE)

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