At first I was a bit confused what this video would have to do with writing our final Reflection paper, but now it makes sense. Growing up, I always kept a journal. But back then, it consisted of fights with friends, and which boy I had a crush on. As an adult, I wasn’t quite as successful in sticking with journal writing, but I have tried from time to time. The video also provided some health benefits from keeping a journal. Some of them I was aware of, such as the stress relief factor, and seeing goals in writing to help achieve those goals. The American Psychiatric Association says that expressive writing reduces intrusive and avoidant thoughts about negative events and improves working memory. (Carpenter) But I was not aware of how it can help improve blood pressure and immune system functions. It was interesting to learn those
At first I was a bit confused what this video would have to do with writing our final Reflection paper, but now it makes sense. Growing up, I always kept a journal. But back then, it consisted of fights with friends, and which boy I had a crush on. As an adult, I wasn’t quite as successful in sticking with journal writing, but I have tried from time to time. The video also provided some health benefits from keeping a journal. Some of them I was aware of, such as the stress relief factor, and seeing goals in writing to help achieve those goals. The American Psychiatric Association says that expressive writing reduces intrusive and avoidant thoughts about negative events and improves working memory. (Carpenter) But I was not aware of how it can help improve blood pressure and immune system functions. It was interesting to learn those