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Scotsman
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Cinema trips boost mood, reduce stress and enhance wellbeing, says leading psychologist
New survey from Showcase Cinemas reveals 63% of Brits say watching films at the cinema improves their mental wellbeing Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Cinema trips can work wonders for our mental health, a leading psychologist has revealed. Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week (13th – 19th May), renowned TV psychologist and author, Dr. Linda Papadopoulos has highlighted the surprising wellbeing benefits of watching a film on the big screen. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The news comes as a study, commissioned by Showcase Cinemas, reveals almost two-thirds of Brits (63%) say watching films at the cinema improves their mental wellbeing, with a similar amount (62%) agreeing they enjoy movies more in a cinema setting as opposed to at home. Cinema trips boost mood, reduce stress and enhance wellbeing, says leading psychologist The immersive experience also provides vital escapism, with a staggering 86% stating that the cinema helps them switch off from everyday life. Dr. Linda Papadopoulos, psychologist, stated: 'Watching films, especially in the immersive setting of a cinema, can positively impact our emotions and wellbeing. Movies offer a unique blend of emotional release, perspective and escapism. 'Engaging with a powerful story on the big screen stimulates the brain's reward system, releasing dopamine, which can boost mood and reduce stress. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'But beyond chemistry, there's also a sense of connection – being in a shared space, experiencing the same emotions with others taps into our innate need for belonging. 'Unlike watching at home, where we're often distracted or multitasking, the cinema invites us to fully switch off from daily life and emotionally engage – and that kind of focused escapism can be incredibly therapeutic. 'Showcase Cinemas' survey reveals over half of Brits (55%) manage to watch between one and four films at the cinema a year. If we can add just a couple more to that over the course of 12 months, it could work wonders for our mental wellbeing.' Jon Dixon, UK Marketing Director at Showcase Cinemas, said: 'We've always believed in the power of film to inspire and uplift people, and our latest research confirms just how impactful a trip to the cinema can be. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Whether it's the joy of sharing a film with others, the emotional connection to a great story, or simply enjoying a couple of hours to escape everyday stresses, the cinema has the ability to support wellbeing which can be rare to find.'
Scotsman
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Cinema trips boost mood, reduce stress and enhance wellbeing, says leading psychologist
New survey from Showcase Cinemas reveals 63% of Brits say watching films at the cinema improves their mental wellbeing Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Cinema trips can work wonders for our mental health, a leading psychologist has revealed. Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week (13th – 19th May), renowned TV psychologist and author, Dr. Linda Papadopoulos has highlighted the surprising wellbeing benefits of watching a film on the big screen. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The news comes as a study, commissioned by Showcase Cinemas, reveals almost two-thirds of Brits (63%) say watching films at the cinema improves their mental wellbeing, with a similar amount (62%) agreeing they enjoy movies more in a cinema setting as opposed to at home. Cinema trips boost mood, reduce stress and enhance wellbeing, says leading psychologist The immersive experience also provides vital escapism, with a staggering 86% stating that the cinema helps them switch off from everyday life. Dr. Linda Papadopoulos, psychologist, stated: 'Watching films, especially in the immersive setting of a cinema, can positively impact our emotions and wellbeing. Movies offer a unique blend of emotional release, perspective and escapism. 'Engaging with a powerful story on the big screen stimulates the brain's reward system, releasing dopamine, which can boost mood and reduce stress. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'But beyond chemistry, there's also a sense of connection – being in a shared space, experiencing the same emotions with others taps into our innate need for belonging. 'Unlike watching at home, where we're often distracted or multitasking, the cinema invites us to fully switch off from daily life and emotionally engage – and that kind of focused escapism can be incredibly therapeutic. 'Showcase Cinemas' survey reveals over half of Brits (55%) manage to watch between one and four films at the cinema a year. If we can add just a couple more to that over the course of 12 months, it could work wonders for our mental wellbeing.' Jon Dixon, UK Marketing Director at Showcase Cinemas, said: 'We've always believed in the power of film to inspire and uplift people, and our latest research confirms just how impactful a trip to the cinema can be. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Whether it's the joy of sharing a film with others, the emotional connection to a great story, or simply enjoying a couple of hours to escape everyday stresses, the cinema has the ability to support wellbeing which can be rare to find.' To purchase tickets this Mental Health Awareness Week, please visit the Showcase Cinemas website here:
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Glasgow officially named UK's most romantic city- here's why
Glasgow has been named the UK's most romantic city. The study, conducted by Showcase Cinemas, crowned Glasgow as the romance capital of the UK based on the percentage of visitors who watched romance films throughout 2024. The data revealed that 14.5 per cent of all cinema tickets purchased in Glasgow last year were for the romance genre, making it the top destination for fans of love stories on the big screen. READ MORE: The analysis included recent popular film releases such as We Live in Time, All of Us Strangers, Anyone but You, and Challengers. Jon Dixon, UK marketing director at Showcase Cinemas, said: "Romantic films have always had a special place in our hearts, and it's wonderful to see Glasgow leading the way as the romance capital of the UK. "Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, or just love a good rom-com, our opening night parties in Bluewater and Southampton are not to be missed."
