Just One Thing with Michael Mosley: Read

Michael enters the world of creative fiction to discover how simply reading a story for half an hour a day can bring big benefits to the body and brain - from reducing stress and helping stave off depression, to strengthening social skills and even helping a person live longer. Michael asks Professor Raymond Mar from York University in Toronto, Canada, why reading for pleasure could have such a significant impact on overall health and longevity, and delves into research revealing the unique benefits of reading narrative fiction