19. August 2025|
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|4 months agoStudy reveals volunteering boosts Swiss mental health
New research across Switzerland, Germany, and Austria shows volunteers report higher life satisfaction and resilience, with 78% of socially engaged individuals expressing greater well-being.
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Generated IllustrationKey Takeaways
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- Volunteering has a direct positive impact on mental health and well-being in Switzerland
- Volunteers show higher levels of resilience compared to general population
- Social engagement correlates with increased physical activity
By The Numbers
78%
Life satisfaction among volunteers
70%
Volunteers finding life meaningful
1,010
Swiss participants in the study
They Said
"People who volunteer are happier, more optimistic and more resilient than the average person"