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William Mata

Hobbies can reduce depression risk by 30 per cent, London study finds

Having a hobby can reduce symptoms of depression as well as the risk of developing the illness by up to 30 per cent, scientists have found.

Researchers at University College London found that a hobby was better than social interaction for helping prevent the illness and ease symptoms.

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