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Relax on vacation – that’s when we peak

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In psychology, the peak of relaxation occurs only after a certain number of days. Here a group of scholars explains better how it works. At the beginning of the holiday , relaxation and well-being quickly increase after eight days of departure. The Radboud University (Netherlands) has evaluated the psychophysical conditions of a group of vacationers from a research. He did this before their departure, on their return and with phone calls during their holiday. All this considering factors: health, satisfaction, fatigue, tension, energy, mood.

If we go on vacation we are happier, but those who cannot leave do not fear a disadvantage that can have repercussions for a long period. The benefits always disappear when you return, regardless of the length of the holiday. Also, it turns out that the weekend is better than a vacation.

This was stated by Erasmus University, where 974 vacationers and 556 non-vacationers gave answers to questions about happiness . Upon returning, vacationers were no happier than non-vacationers. However the post-return well- being is felt after a truly relaxing holiday. It lasts two weeks. For those who have to leave, on the other hand, they have the advantage of feeling the level of happiness increase even months earlier.

  • After how many days of vacation do we reach maximum relaxation? (focus.it)

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