A lot of research say that marriage can give a good effect on one's health. Why can? See why here.
"The relationship of mutual support associated with good health. Lack of support could be a risk factor to health," explained Janice Kiecolt-Glaser, PhD, Chairman of Medicine from Ohio State University S. Robert Davis.
"People who are married tend to be healthier, live longer and have more happiness, than those who are not married, says psychologist from UCLA, Theodore Robles, PhD, as quoted by WebMD.
Why is that? Here are the reasons why marriage can make your health better.
1. Better Behavior
According to Christopher Fagundes, PhD, psychologist and researcher from Ohio University, an attitude that invites abuse risk and responsibility tend to decline when a person is married and can even disappear when they live together.
2. Socially connected
"If you're married, so ideally that's your closest relationships. This means there is a partner and support that can always be relied upon at any time," says Kiecolt-Glaser.
On the other side, people who are alone and unhappy in life can experience social isolation. This can lead to depression and neglect one's health, it is clear Sudeepta Varma, MD, of NYU Langone Medical Center.
3. Help Maintain Physical Health
The existence of a man to help couples have and maintain healthy habits. "Your partner is the major force of influence in your own behavior you have someone who can be warned not to eat, not drink too much alcohol, and others.," Said Robles.
The research also showed that people living in happy marriages are more likely to follow the recommendation and advice of a doctor. Married can increase self-esteem, confidence is offset by reducing anxiety and depression. As a result of the hormone cortisol (stress hormone) which is lower to make people avoid heart disease or other cardiovascular.
