US study on entrepreneurship and longevity

Overview

Research published in the Journal of Business Venturing and conducted by the Stevens Institute of Technology indicates a link between entrepreneurship and increased longevity among Americans. Analyzing over two decades of data from the Health and Retirement Study involving more than 27,000 individuals aged 50 or older, researchers found that entrepreneurs face approximately a 10% lower risk of death compared to non-entrepreneurs.

Lead researcher Cristiano Bellavitis noted that these benefits are partially attributed to mental health rather than physical health. The study suggests that the high degree of autonomy and the ability to pursue passions may provide psychological benefits that offset the stresses of business ownership. These correlations remained significant after accounting for age, income, education, and health status. The findings were particularly pronounced in individuals who pursued entrepreneurship by choice or opportunity rather than out of necessity.

Entities

Stevens Institute of Technology · Cristiano Bellavitis · Journal of Business Venturing

Timeline

1 day ago

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Entrepreneurship linked to increased longevity in US study
A Stevens Institute of Technology study of 27,000 Americans found that entrepreneurs have a 10% lower risk of death, likely due to the autonomy and sense of purpose provided by opportunity-based business starts
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[HEALTH] 3 sources
Study links entrepreneurship to increased longevity and mental health benefits
Research involving 27,000 Americans suggests entrepreneurs have a 10% lower risk of death than employees, a benefit attributed largely to improved mental health and autonomy.

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