J Clin Psychol December 2023 PMID 37572371

The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta-analysis.

Ian D Boreham, Nicola S Schutte

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Overall, the discussions reflect a positive view on the research, with many posts citing specific statistical correlations like r = -0.49 for depression, demonstrating interest through precise data. The tone levels from straightforward acknowledgment to commentary on the significance of purpose in life, contributing to a moderate perception of impact and engagement.

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Most discussions support the idea that having purpose in life is linked to reduced depression and anxiety, showing moderate to strong agreement.

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The content prompts high curiosity, with many posts referencing studies and statistical data, indicating a strong interest in the research findings.

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While some posts briefly acknowledge the findings, others delve into interpretations and implications, suggesting moderate engagement.

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The discussions highlight the importance of purpose for mental health, which might influence future research or personal approaches, indicating modest impact.

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PsikoBilim
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@grahammusic1 · X

Thank goodness I have a vocation , goodness knows how depressed i would be without!! Not surprising relationship between purpose in life and less depression and anxiety: A meta‐analysis - https://t.co/ev0K6bAk0M

Dec 10, 2023 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 4,202 followers View post →
Håkon Fløystad
@hakflo · X

@hijcksn @MattWalshBlog This study finds that 25% (r=-0.49) of the variation in depression can be explained by variation in the sense of purpose. Given that there are other obvious factors, such a genetic ones or other forms of well-being, this is quite a lot. https://t.co/o22WILCCUt

Feb 19, 2025 · 2 likes · 89 followers View post →
Reddit Journal of Science
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Purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta-analysis shows greater purpose in life is significantly associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/1iPytuXdd0 #science #health #purpose #life #depression #anxiety

Aug 30, 2023 · 1 like · 335 followers View post →
AudiMente
@AudiMente · X

#The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta‐analysis“, was authored by Ian D. Boreham and Nicola S. Schutte. https://t.co/jVoEBVP3M8

Dec 13, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 31 followers View post →
James N. Kirby
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RT @grahammusic1: Thank goodness I have a vocation , goodness knows how depressed i would be without!! Not surprising relationship between…

Dec 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 4,552 followers View post →

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The Impact of Life Purpose on Health and Longevity

Having a strong sense of purpose can improve physical and mental health. This video discusses research that evaluates the relationship between life purpose and mortality in adults over 50. Join us to explore how purpose…

adam.b · Aug 31, 2025 5 views
Tuğçe Karagök
@Tue480235176642 · X

Bir #amaç sahibi olmak 2023 de yapılan meta analize göre depresyonla ( r = - 0.49 )ve kaygıyla ( r = - 0.36 ) orta derecede negatif ilişkili. r = korelasyon kat sayısı https://t.co/h27yK0CwBa https://t.co/HUBkBOWrGR

Mar 5, 2025 · 394 followers View post →
Håkon Fløystad
@hakflo · X

@hijcksn @MattWalshBlog This study finds that 25% (r=-0.49) of the variation in depression can be explained by variation in the sense of purpose. Given that there are other obvious factors, such a genetic ones or other forms of well-being, this is quite a lot. https://t.co/o22WILCCUt

Feb 19, 2025 · 2 likes · 89 followers View post →
Rogue35F
@KStafford67 · X

@eyeslasho Respectfully, gotta disagree here i/o Various research shows that yes, a greater sense of purpose in life is directly linked w/ a lower incidence of depression https://t.co/D510RDK0Xd https://t.co/P8GUxgNQne https://t.co/CGFjgvOPUe

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nrxr
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Eray Beceren
@BecerenEray · X

Yaşam Amacı ile Depresyon ve Kaygı Arasındaki İlişki - Psikolojik İyi Oluş Department of Psychology, University of New England, Australia’da Ian D. Boreham ve Nicola S. Schutte tarafından gerçekleştirilen “The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety

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PsikoBilim
@Psikobilim_ · X

Çalışmayı okumak isteyenler için: https://t.co/hdkv5XHkeq

Mar 8, 2024 · 11 likes · 1 share · 85,061 followers View post →
Otis Walker
@BraveOpossum2 · X

@SwearingsCaring A higher purpose leads to a healthier physical life. https://t.co/1EcObheLim The link between purpose and depression+anxiety. https://t.co/fLH2E0euEk

Feb 5, 2024 · 62 followers View post →
お茶柱/心理学のべレスク
@otea_stalk · X

【MA】大志を抱くとメンタルにいい? 先行研究89件から6.6万人以上を解析 人生の目的意識が高いほど、うつ病レベルがそこそこ低かった 効果量は劣るが、不安減少にも効果があった 特に、不安障害の人には顕著 https://t.co/kYGQHfqAuR

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Wendell Gee
@WendellGee1985 · X

RT @AudiMente: #The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta‐analysis“, was authored by Ian D. Boreham and N…

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AudiMente
@AudiMente · X

#The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta‐analysis“, was authored by Ian D. Boreham and Nicola S. Schutte. https://t.co/jVoEBVP3M8

Dec 13, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 31 followers View post →
Psicólogo Celestino González-Fernández ψ
@Tecnoestres · X

Un meta-análisis de diversos estudios muestra que el hecho de tener un propósito que le dé significado a la vida se asocia a un riesgo mucho menor de desarrollar #depresión. #CGFPsicología https://t.co/Oon6BJRFQm

Dec 12, 2023 · 2,910 followers View post →
James N. Kirby
@JamesNKirby · X

RT @grahammusic1: Thank goodness I have a vocation , goodness knows how depressed i would be without!! Not surprising relationship between…

Dec 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 4,552 followers View post →
mcev
@mcev_marta · X

RT @grahammusic1: Thank goodness I have a vocation , goodness knows how depressed i would be without!! Not surprising relationship between…

Dec 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 96 followers View post →
graham music
@grahammusic1 · X

Thank goodness I have a vocation , goodness knows how depressed i would be without!! Not surprising relationship between purpose in life and less depression and anxiety: A meta‐analysis - https://t.co/ev0K6bAk0M

Dec 10, 2023 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 4,202 followers View post →
塩川宏郷
@ddtsubucafe · X

The relationship between purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta-analysis https://t.co/PVxgagZX25

Sep 19, 2023 · 638 followers View post →
Reddit Journal of Science
@rsciencejournal · X

Purpose in life and depression and anxiety: A meta-analysis shows greater purpose in life is significantly associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety. https://t.co/1iPytuXdd0 #science #health #purpose #life #depression #anxiety

Aug 30, 2023 · 1 like · 335 followers View post →
cpps
@_cpps_ · X

生きがいとうつや不安との関係レビュー。生きがい度が高いほどうつや不安のレベルが低いことと有意に関連した。生きがいは,うつとの間の効果量がr = -0.49であり,不安との間はr = -0.36だった。生きがいと精神的健康との関連は,臨床集団の特に不安との関連において強かった https://t.co/Yo716lTGIV

Aug 19, 2023 · 106 followers View post →
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