The dark side of the longevity obsession – Robb Report

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The dark side of the longevity obsession – Robb Report

Are people actually becoming addicted to longevity? Based on what our CEO is increasingly observing in our clinic, the answer is a resounding yes.

In an eye-opening article that explores the rise of “longevity-fixation syndrome”, a term he himself coined, Jan explains that he’s seen a marked increase over the past two to three years in clients presenting with an addiction to longevity itself, often uncovered during diagnostics for unrelated issues like sleep problems or depression. He also points to the flip side of the obsession: the stress it generates can end up working against the very goal of living longer, and healthy relationships remain one of the strongest predictors of a long life.

To learn more about the roots of longevity-fixation syndrome and how it’s increasingly playing out among today’s wellness-obsessed enthusiasts, you can read the full article here.

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