Activerain:  Benefits VS. Risks

In a recent study due to be published next month by JAMA (Journal of American Medical Association) it was reported that the business/social media website ACTIVERAIN http://www.Activerain.com has reduced both Holiday Stress significantly (82 %) along with what is commonly known as SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).

Preliminary Studies indicate that Patients being treated in both studies reported a sharp decline in feelings of loneliness and isolation and a sharp increase in Business (77%) for those who blogged consistently.

The study found that depressed people were much more likely to get outside and Photograph pictures for their sister-site LOCALISM http://www.Localism.com.  A sharp decline in medication was reported by physicians across the Country by patients being forced to reconnect with Nature to get that "Perfect Shot."

Recently, one member of Activerain who refused to be identified simply said "I don't know WHY I feel better while on that site, I just DO.  I certainly have less income and business than last year but I'm just Happier."  Unlike other online websites, doctors believe it is the SOCIAL aspect of Activerain that has such a profound effect as well as a release of Endorphins while using the site.

In addition to the above findings it was also reported that the "POINT" system of Activerain was another reason patients felt "compelled" to log in each and every day.  Although unclear exactly WHY members loved their points so much an astounding number of those interviewed stated that's what kept them "coming back every day."

Research is still underway for the potential risks and side effects of this blogsite.  Many reported lack of sleep as their number one side effect from the overall addictive qualities associated with Activerain.  It was further reported that many other patients branched off to other areas of the web for further communication and social connection.

Use Activerain with caution if you experience ANY of the following:  drowsiness while operating machinery, inability to perform routine functions due to extra time spent on this site, carpal tunnel syndrome for trying to return every comment or sudden weight loss or gain (eating while typing or forgetting to eat completely). 

The participants in the initial study will be followed up over a six month time frame.

*The preceeding blog is fictional.  (Although it DOES sound as if it has some merit : )!

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 By New York Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale

Feng Shui Long Island and NYC nominated for best of LI

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DEC
15
2008
278,344 Points 6 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Carole, thanks for the laugh.
12:23am • #60
319,651 Points 6 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor

You definitely had me going at first!  :-)   Thanks so much for the laugh!

'... Kerry
1:08am • #61

I'm so impressed, Carole!  Looks like you had quite a few going on here, (including me!).  I also thought, WOW, Active Rain is gaining influence that they actually did a STUDY! Good Stuff!
1:35am • #62
131,516 Points 11 Featured Posts

Naples FL Marketing  I know your post is fictional, but it's a litte true. AR features so many optimistic posts and it's contagious.  Thank you for your post!

Elayna Fernandez - Marketing Naples FL
5:53am • #63
564,733 Points 75 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Carole--I am getting here late but how clever you are. As a psych major, I would tend to agree with your assessment of AR/Localism as a way to increase interaction and activity during the winter months and if really researched this article could no longer be a fictional work. You are one clever lady! Congrats on the feature!
7:17am • #64
179,056 Points 13 Featured Posts

Hi Carole,

This is all true!

I think the big thing for me is being able to "connect' with like minded people.  AR is such an incredible forum to do this.
7:20am • #65
2 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Attended Rain Camp

Yep, I resemble alot of the stuff in your post. Too funny. But getting that great localism shot at least gets me outside. :)
9:09am • #66
402,651 Points 29 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Carole,

This is brilliant! And every word is true....

I'm so glad to see you received a gold star already as I'm late to this post and was about to flag it for one.....
you hit the nail right on the head about getting out and taking photos too....

((-:

Jo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
10:00am • #67
1,156,157 Points 38 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Called Shot Master

David, I needed a laugh...with all the bad news around I wanted to think of something else.

Kerry, It's so funny that a few people believed it at first :)  Thank you for the comment.

Cheryl, Maybe they should do a study---I'll bet some people would agree.

Elayna, Thank you for the comment.  I too love the optimistic posts and groups we have on here.

Teri, I honestly do wonder what would happen if they did a real study and interviewed people from AR.  I'll bet some would agree this place helps those winter "blues"

Mark, I know it's a business site...but it's SO much more then that.  I still think for many it's the friendships that keep people coming back.

Eileen, So many of us are out there freezing--just trying to get that one perfect picture :)  I never leave home without the camera anymore!

Jo, Isn't it funny that we are all doing that?  Standing outside in the freezing cold to get shots for our posts.  Sometimes I can't believe the lengths I will go to!
11:40am • #68
549,582 Points 36 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Hit Router

I know I can't hardly go without checking in here with a comment or two. I'm also always thinking about photos I want to take.
8:54pm • #69

I was wondering the various sites and wanted to get some inspiration and then read this Post. Had me going for a moment. A terrific and fun read.
10:05pm • #70
DEC
16
2008
133,060 Points 4 Featured Posts Outside Blog

It certainly did read like a real deal study!  I was convinced!   And I know it is true that happiness and optmsm are contagious -- so it all seemed logical to me.  Thanks for a fun read with a some nuggets!
3:23am • #71
205,833 Points 2 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog

Great post!  You had me going for a little bit!
3:34pm • #72
527,597 Points 70 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

Carole- What am absolutley amazing post. Each word rings true in more ways than not. Great job. And thanks for the smile. :)  
4:28pm • #73
DEC
17
2008
1 Featured Post

Gosh, you had me going with that blog! I thought that was for real until the last sentence! Thanks for making me smile!!!!
3:55pm • #74
DEC
18
2008
1,156,157 Points 38 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Lizette, This was a fun post for me....with an ounce of truth.

Richard, Thank you--I had fun thinking about it and thought it would be fun.

Alexandra, That's what I was trying for, one of those commericials I'm always seeing....

Sal, I wondered if anyone would actually believe it...even if only for a second.

Martha, You're welcome, it was fun to write--and  think some of it might just be true.

Terri, Good, I got you!   I had to write so much differently then  I always do.
6:41pm • #75
DEC
19
2008
1,156,252 Points 29 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

Carole great creative writing and like many of the previous comment there is some truth to it.
8:36pm • #76
DEC
20
2008
147,564 Points 2 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Carole, I can't believe this post is fictional.  I believe everything you said is true.  Definitely relieves stress -- we're always either laughing at a humorous post or crying (relieving stress) along with a sad post.  Helping a fellow member solve a problem and always lending a helpful hand to someone who needs it -- both financially and emotionally.  I've received some very nice referrals thru Active Rain -- business I would not have had an opportunity to attract otherwise. 
10:58pm • #77
DEC
22
2008
232,668 Points 4 Featured Posts Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp

I have to say, I fell for it.  I am glad for the disclaimer at the end.
12:55pm • #78
DEC
26
2008

Awesome post, can't believe it!!! Hope i don't gain wieght to go back and post as I did in 2007... 2009 is the best year ever as it will be Earth Year and good for RE.

HOhohoho, Happy Holidyas Carole,

 
Maria Borci PA, TRC, ASP, ABR
10:07pm • #79

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