Teens who do good deeds may feel better, study finds

NCT ID NCT05267132

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looked at whether doing kind acts for others, with or without a reflection component, can improve positive feelings and overall well-being in teenagers aged 14 to 17. Over 4 weeks, participants either performed kind acts, did kind acts plus reflection, or simply reported their daily activities. The goal was to measure changes in mood and mental flourishing, not to treat any disease.

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Locations

  • Adolescent Development Lab

    Los Angeles, California, 90066, United States

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