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Optimists might be less likely to suffer stroke, study suggests

The Los Angeles Times | Jul 22, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"One more reason to keep your glass half full: Optimists might be less likely to have a stroke..."  

Why looking on the bright side could save your life

The Daily Express | Jul 22, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"Research has found that a positive outlook lowers the risk of people suffering a stroke. Experts say those who expect the best from life can actually improve their long-term health..."

Hope Prevents Stroke?

The Scientist | Jul 22, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"In addition to improving one’s mental health, optimism may also provide physical benefits, by lowering the risk of stroke, the third leading cause of death in the United States, according to a new study published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association..."

Attitude Adjustment: Optimism Can Stave Off Stroke in Older Patients

ABC News | Jul 22, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"Looking on the brighter side of life just may save your life, according to new research from the University of Michigan..."

Think positively to avoid a stroke

The Daily Telegraph Online | Jul 21, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"New research suggests that older people who look on the bright side of life tend to suffer fewer of the brain episodes, which can kill or leave sufferers partially paralysed for life..."

Optimism May Lower Stroke Risk

U.S. News & World Report | Jul 21, 2011 | Dispositional Optimism Protects Older Adults from Stroke: The Health and Retirement Study
"The more optimistic you are, the lower your risk of having a stroke, a new study suggests..."

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