Researchers from Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian Schools of Medicine explored how resilience to life’s pressures relates to lifespan. They examined a cohort of men whose longevity was tracked over time, with findings published in the Journal of Gerontology. The investigation began with 743 men who completed mental health evaluations and assessed daily stress levels between the early 1990s and the early 2000s. Participants were asked to recount stressful events from the prior month and discuss how they approached problem solving. The study then moved into a long observation phase that extended for more than 16 years, during which 473 participants died. The results indicate that the ability to cope with stress and to regulate psychological resources is a stronger predictor of longevity than the particular coping method used or the subjective intensity ascribed to stressful events. In simple terms, men who expended more physiological and psychological energy on worrying or attempting to resolve problems faced a roughly 14 percent higher risk of death from all causes. These findings add to a growing body of evidence that emotional resilience plays a key role in health over the life course, beyond specific strategies or perceptions of stress. The study underscores that maintaining balance in stress responses is a meaningful factor for long-term survival. [Attribution: Journal of Gerontology study on stress, coping, and longevity]. A separate note mentions a nutritionist who highlighted dietary choices as part of longevity guidance, suggesting products that may support a longer, healthier life. This broader context connects stress management, mental health, and nutrition as complementary components of healthy aging.
