EXAMINING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY RISK: ANALYZING ASSOCIATIONS AND POSSIBLE MECHANISMS

Abstract

Recent paradigm shifts in the fields of health care and medicine have moved the focus from the harmful effects of psychopathology and unpleasant emotions to the protective psychological traits that may lengthen life spans. Here, examine the most recent studies on the relationship between mental health and mortality and the onset of chronic diseases (here defined as an individual's degree of joy, positive outlook, meaning in life, and general contentment with life). There are still debates and room for improvement in this evolving profession. The suggested biobehavioral mechanisms at work are briefly reviewed by the researchers before they address measurement-related concerns, challenges with the quality of the evidence, and other gaps in the field. Finally, someone suggests a plan of action to further the discipline.