More than half of Americans say ‘alone time’ is essential to their mental well-being, survey finds
More than half of Americans say ‘alone time’ is essential to their mental well-being. Experts weigh in on balancing social interactions with personal needs this holiday season.
All we want for Christmas is alone time, new survey says. Here’s how to find some for yourself this holiday season
For some holiday revelers, that is. But for others, no matter what traditions they plan to observe this winter, the season is more of a stress fest. The majority of Americans (56%) say adequate alone time is a critical component of their mental health—yet nearly half (46%) don’t get it during the winter holidays.
New study finds most Americans value their alone time during the holidays
Researchers suggest taking a break from your phone, spending a few extra minutes in the car before you enter your home, going to a movie solo or enjoying a drink and a good book in a coffee shop to settle your body and mind.
Americans crave more alone time, especially during the holidays: Study
Feel like you don't get enough time to yourself during the holiday season? You're not alone. Here's what you can do for your mental health.
New Survey Finds 56% of People Crave More ‘Alone Time’ for Mental Health, Especially During the Holidays
That’s the big takeaway from a new survey commissioned by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine. For the survey, researchers polled more than 1,000 adults and found that 46 percent said they don’t get the alone time they need during the holiday season.
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