Few of us are immune to the frustrations and challenges of daily life—family problems, conflicts at work, illness, stress over money. When we get depressed or anxious, experts may recommend medication and/or therapy. But a newly emerging school of thought suggests that a simple, age-old principle may be part of both the prevention and the cure: Help others to help yourself.
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Great summary article of a few research projects that look into the health benefits of giving. The good thing about this article is that it also gives good information on the other side of the coin - when giving is bad for your health. Additionally, the articles suggestions prove that giving doesn't have to be costly.