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Social health

Explore our comprehensive archive of 29 evidence-based insights regarding social health. Our contributors bridge the gap between academic research and practical application.

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community wellness social health

The Joy of the Public Market: Sensory Diversity, Social Health, and the Magic of Local Commerce

Why the bustling energy of a public market is more than just a shopping trip—it's a vital nutrient for our social and sensory well-being.

Jelte de Proft

May 2024

Fermentation Gut Health Community

The Culture of Cultures: The Social and Biological Logic of Fermentation Festivals

From kraut-stomping to SCOBY swaps, discover why fermentation festivals are the ultimate community health intervention for your gut and your social life.

Jelte de Proft

May 2024

Place Attachment Cognitive Mapping Local History

The Walking Palimpsest: How Local History Tours Build Cognitive Resilience

Discover why walking through your own neighborhood's history is more than just a lesson in the past—it's a powerful tool for cognitive mapping and social health.

Jelte de Proft

May 2024

Proprioception Neuroplasticity Social Health

The Hacky Sack Hypothesis: Proprioception, Plasticity, and the Joy of the Circle

Discover the surprising neurobiology behind the humble hacky sack, from boosting proprioception to fostering social bonding and cognitive flow.

Jelte de Proft

May 2024

Home Social Health Tradition

The Power of a Physical Door Knocker and the Art of the Visit

Why the tactile sound of a door knocker beats a digital doorbell and how it changes the psychology of home-grown hospitality.

Jelte de Proft

May 2024