Secrets of Longevity

The self-healing personality and The Longevity Project

Howard S. Friedman Ph.D.

Died on the Fourth of July

The unexpected way to see many happy and healthy Fourth of July celebrations. HINT: It is not a life of artificial fireworks. Instead, follow the Founding Fathers.

Boomers and Millennials Misunderstand How Long They Will Live

Don’t fall into this trap when estimating how long you and your family members are likely to live!

Seinfeld and Glee Won’t Make You Healthy

Laughing at Seinfeld or Glee may be entertaining but don't think it will keep you healthy. Studying people for many decades reveals the real key reason why happiness is correlated with health.

Can We Learn Psychology on the Martha Stewart Show?

This week, I and my co-researcher Dr. Leslie Martin were featured on The Martha Stewart Show. We were invited to appear with Martha and her studio audience to discuss our just-published book, The Longevity Project.

Orgasms, Health and Longevity: Does Sex Promote Health?

Should health professionals be recommending more orgasms in a committed relationship as an effective tool of health promotion?

Don’t Make New Year’s Resolutions: They’re Not Good for Your Health

New year's resolutions are a bad idea. Forget them! There are much better ways to stay healthier. There's a good clue in Auld Lang Syne.

Scientific Reasons for Not Screening All Airline Passengers

The invasive passenger screenings at airports actually decrease the chances of finding a problem and averting an attack!

The Missing Numbers in Cancer Screening Studies: That’s Not Health!

Recent news reports about fancy CT scans for lung cancer leave out the most important number you need to know, and they lead to a warped view of health!

Secrets of Longevity: Healers Should Stop Fighting

Can we really think good thoughts and make ourselves healthier? How can we tell? Biomedical researchers and holistic healers need to stop the fighting.