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Study: Slouching can make you sad

Mood can be increased by changing body posture

(DAILYMAIL) — People who walk with a slouched body posture are more likely to feel depressed, new research has found.

A study from San Francisco State University found that a slouched or despondent body posture can lead to decreased energy and feelings of depression.

But researchers found that mood and energy levels can be increased simply by changing the body posture to an upright position.

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