Dr. David DeSteno: Science & Health Benefits of Belief in God & Religion | Huberman Lab

Dr. David DeSteno, psychology professor at Northeastern University, highlights research showing major health benefits from active religious engagement: 30% lower risk of death from any cause, 25% lower risk of cancer and heart disease, reduced anxiety and depression, and increased meaning and life satisfaction. Long-term studies, including Tyler VanderWeele’s, show regular participation in religious activities boosts both mental and physical health.