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Simple daily activities—such as admiring a blooming flower, sharing a laugh with a friend, or even doing a quick act of kindness—can significantly improve emotional well-being and help people feel more in control of their happiness, according to a groundbreaking study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). The findings, derived from an expansive multi-year project, suggest that micro-moments of joy may offer a surprisingly effective recipe for boosting mood and resilience, with particular promise for those facing social or financial difficulties.

A new study led by researchers at a prominent American university shows that tiny daily actions can meaningfully lift emotional well-being. Simple acts like admiring a flower, sharing a laugh, or performing a kind gesture for someone else can improve mood, stress, and life satisfaction. The Big Joy Project explored whether short, easy activities can offer a practical path to greater happiness for people facing social or financial challenges.

In Thailand and many parts of the world, mental well-being has grown more urgent as economic and social pressures rise. Thais are increasingly turning to meditation, mindfulness, and therapy, yet access barriers and stigma persist. The study presents an accessible approach: a web-based program that requires only five to ten minutes of joyful activities daily for a week. This format could widen participation and reduce stigma around pursuing mental wellness.

A major new study from researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has found a significant association between increased social media use and rising depression rates among young adolescents—a finding that is especially relevant as Thai families grapple with the impact of digital technology on youth mental health. The research, published this week and covered by KQED, tracked nearly 12,000 children and adolescents nationwide over several years and revealed that their social media usage rose sharply between the ages of 9 and 13, paralleled by a concerning 30% uptick in reported depressive symptoms during the same period.

A major study from researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) finds a significant link between growing social media use and rising depression among young adolescents. The findings are highly relevant for Thai families navigating the impact of digital technology on youth mental health. The research followed nearly 12,000 children and teenagers over several years and showed sharp increases in social media use between ages 9 and 13, coinciding with a 30% rise in reported depressive symptoms.