May's Health Quiz

• Loneliness can affect your physical health, not just your mood.

  • True — Loneliness is linked to increased risk of heart disease, cognitive decline, and a shorter lifespan.

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• You need at least 30 minutes of exercise to get a mood benefit from movement.

  • False — Even a short walk or a few minutes of movement can meaningfully improve your mood.

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• Gratitude practices have been shown to reduce stress over time.

  • True — Research shows that naming just three things you're grateful for can improve mood and lower stress over time.

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• Rest is only important when you're physically tired.

  • False — Mental and emotional fatigue are just as real as physical fatigue. Intentional rest supports all of it.

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• Social connection is one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging.

  • True — Strong social ties are consistently linked to longer, healthier lives.

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• Mental health concerns are a normal and expected part of getting older.

  • False — Depression and anxiety are not inevitable parts of aging — and they are very treatable.