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The soothing power of books

May 21, 2020
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ANECDOTE

Crime Fiction Immersion Anecdote

  • Georgina enjoys reading crime fiction and gets deeply involved in trying to solve the mystery.
  • The climax revealing the murderer on the last page keeps her engaged rather than relaxing her.
INSIGHT

Therapeutic Power of Books

  • Bibliotherapy uses books as a remedy for illness and has helped over a million people through library schemes.
  • It treats various conditions including depression, dementia, and chronic pain, and is expanding to children.
INSIGHT

Literature Sparks Brain Activity

  • Reading literature deeply activates different brain hemispheres, increasing emotional engagement and brain activity.
  • This brain stimulation helps participants feel more alive and emotionally connected.
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