JAMA Pediatr April 2013 PMID 23440253

Effect of volunteering on risk factors for cardiovascular disease in adolescents: a randomized controlled trial.

Hannah M C Schreier, Kimberly A Schonert-Reichl, Edith Chen

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Discussions emphasize that volunteering can boost empathy, improve social bonds, and lower health risks, with words like 'improves,' 'reduces,' and 'benefits' demonstrating positive sentiment. The tone is supportive and optimistic, highlighting the potential for social and emotional growth alongside physical health improvements.

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Most discussions agree that volunteering has positive health effects and can reduce cardiovascular risk factors, supported by mentions of lowered risks and health benefits.

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Posts show moderate interest, highlighting key findings like increased empathy and health improvements without diving into complex details.

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The conversations suggest recognition of the study's significance, especially emphasizing social and emotional benefits that could influence public health perspectives.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explored whether regular volunteering can reduce cardiovascular risk factors in adolescents by encouraging them to help younger children through a 2-month program, with measurements before and after the intervention.
  • Results showed that adolescents who volunteered had significant reductions in certain health indicators like interleukin 6, cholesterol levels, and body mass index, suggesting potential health benefits from volunteering.
  • Additionally, adolescents who showed increased empathy and altruism and a decrease in negative mood also experienced the greatest improvements, indicating that emotional and behavioral changes might be linked to physical health benefits.]

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Shashi Agarwal, MD
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Volunteering & Health Benefits (4 of 6) #health #fitness #wellness Volunteering increases empathy and altruistic behavior, lowers risk factors for heart disease, (doi: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2013.1100) improves social life, & decreases loneliness.

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Shashi Agarwal, MD
@usacardiologist · X

Volunteering & Health Benefits (4 of 6) #health #fitness #wellness Volunteering increases empathy and altruistic behavior, lowers risk factors for heart disease, (doi: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2013.1100) improves social life, & decreases loneliness.

Mar 3, 2025 · 22 followers View post →