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Having A Large Social Network Boosts Pain-Killing Endorphins And Increases Tolerance [MedicalDaily.com]

 

Many of us can remember at least one childhood friend who made growing up slightly easier with jokes and playtime adventures. Even as adults, friendships play an important role in our lives. By bringing laughter and camaraderie, their mere presence can buffer stress as well as the effects of negative experiences. Furthermore, they can help alleviate despair or emotional turmoil. New research published in Scientific reports suggests a better pain threshold may be another benefit of having friends.

The study, conducted by Oxford University researchers, found that people with more friends have a higher pain tolerance. Endorphins in our brain’s pain and pleasure circuitry act as a natural painkiller and can also enhance pleasure. Laughterand exercise release these “feel-good” chemicals, and previous research has shown them to play a fundamental role in maintaining and enduring social bonds.



[For more of this story, written by Jaleesa Baulkman, go to http://www.medicaldaily.com/so...rs-endorphins-383881]

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