We Give You Another Reason To Read More

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    • Publish Date: May 7 2017 4:08PM
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    • Updated Date: May 8 2017 11:22AM
We Give You Another Reason To Read More

In some good news for bookworms, scientists have found that people who regularly read fiction novels are more likely to be friendly, well-behaved and sympathetic towards others. Those who prefer watching television over reading are less sociable, according to the study. Those who like reading of drama and romance novels were best able to understand other people, while those who prefered experimental books showed more positive social behaviour and ability to see things from different perspectives. 


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It's elementary my dears: reading = empathy


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"The findings support previous evidence that exposure to fiction relates to a range of empathetic abilities," said Rose Turner, from Kingston University in the UK. Researchers at Kingston University questioned 123 people on their preferences for books, TV and plays. The volunteers were then tested on their interpersonal skills and prosocial behaviour - such as whether they considered other's feelings, whether they could see things from different points of view and whether they acted to help others. 

More findings: novels = positive social behaviour 

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Researchers found people who preferred reading novels were more likely to show positive social behaviour and be able to empathise with others. However, those who preferred watching TV did not have the same ability to empathise and were more likely to show antisocial behaviour. Comedy fans scored the highest for being able to relate to others, 'The Sun' reported. 

Researchers suggest that this could be because reading books allows people to see things from other's points of view, which makes them better able to understand others.

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"All forms of fiction are not equal. Associations between empathetic skills, media and genre diverge," said Turner. "Engaging with fictional prose and comedy in particular could be key to enhancing people's empathetic abilities," she said.    

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But you knew that already, didn't you?



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Hemalatha.G Sethu Bhaskara Matriculation Higher Secondary Scho

Yeah. I knew it. But at times I thought I should not be a bookworm. But now I feel that''s not wrong.

RIYA MITTAL Convent of Jesus and Mary

Yup, we did know this but now I am sure and I can confidently tell my friends the advantages of being a bookworm than just sitting and watching TV.

RIYA MITTAL Convent of Jesus and Mary

Yup, we did know this but now I am sure and I can confidently tell my friends the advantages of being a bookworm than just sitting and watching TV.

Aishwarya Iyer Deens Academy

I knew it ) coz I am a bookworm and it does help a lot in many ways, especially the ones suggested. Also, if you meet other people who read a lot, it gives you a similarity which helps you bond well.

Aadrit Banerjee Apeejay School Salt Lake

I read fiction stories to linger in a world full of imagination and creativity, away from this harsh real world. I don''t read fictions to be empathetic or sooo...

Aadrit Banerjee Apeejay School Salt Lake

Inculcating a good reading habit is very beneficial... it helps build ones vocabulary, writing and grammar skills besides keeping one in a good mood...

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