surprising research: more serious brain injuries associated with more life satisfaction

Perhaps the most curious finding was that participants who'd sustained more serious injuries tended to report being more satisfied with their lives. This association was mediated by the social and identity factors – that is, participants who'd sustained a more serious injury also tended to identify more strongly as a survivor, and to have more social support and improved relationships.

via bps-research-digest.blogspot.com

I wonder if that's because they get and accept more care and support? Is that all any of us need?

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