What are the effects of regular reading on mental health outcomes like anxiety and depression?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18199719
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Abstract

Regular reading can have beneficial effects on mental health, particularly when it includes engaging with literary fiction and subsequent reflective discussions, though long-term impacts and effects vary by reading type and context.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Media Influence and Health Mental Health via Writing Mind wandering and attention

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
9 January 2026