Classic Movies and Songs Like 'It's a Wonderful Life' and 'The Christmas Song'
Are Frequent Reminders of Romance, Survey Finds
DALLAS, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Gauging the temperature of single adults
this holiday season, TRUE(TM) today revealed results of a recent nationwide
survey conducted by the popular online relationship service, where more than
57 percent of respondents said they feel lonely and unfulfilled during this
time of year without a significant other. Respondents, of which more than 59
percent were male, also noted that popular movies and songs such as "It's a
Wonderful Life" and "The Christmas Song" (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)
are frequent reminders of romance and often make them miss being part of a
twosome.
The survey is part of a three-month long study of the phenomenon known as
the Holiday Blues, currently conducted by TRUE, in partnership with the
popular publication Psychology Today, and renowned professor and author Dr.
Richard Wiseman of the University of Hertfordshire in the UK.
"These are not surprising results," said Dr. James Houran, chief
psychologist at TRUE. "Since last Valentine's Day, we've been studying what is
known as the 'Holiday Blues' phenomenon, and through our research we've
determined that single adults do experience heightened feelings of
psychological distress in connection with significant holidays. What's
interesting about this particular survey is the high number of male
respondents who participated, which indicates that it's not only women who
experience some level of emotional anxiety and distress during this time of
year."
TRUE's survey also revealed the following:
-- Most Singles Have Experienced "Holiday Blues." More than 76 percent of
respondents said they have experienced heightened emotional anxiety
around the holidays.
-- Gifts are Important. More than 65 percent of respondents ranked not
receiving a gift from a significant other as the moment they're most
dreading this holiday season, while 21 percent said that hearing
annoying questions from their families about settling down is the
moment that brings them the most trepidation.
-- New Year's is the Loneliest Time. Twenty-seven percent of respondents
said New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are the loneliest times of the
holiday season, while a surprisingly high 26 percent said that any day
during the season is lonely for them.
-- Sipping Holiday Drinks is the Most Unpleasant Activity When You're
Single. Close to 29 percent of respondents said that sipping holiday
drinks like eggnog and champagne at cozy restaurants is the most
romantic holiday activity when you're in a relationship and yet the
most unpleasant activity when you're single. Viewing holiday lights and
decorations in downtown areas came in at a close second at 21 percent.
-- "It's A Wonderful Life" is Best Movie to Watch With Significant Others.
Almost 30 percent of respondents said "It's A Wonderful Life" with
Jimmy Stewart is their favorite movie to watch with that special
someone during the holiday season, while more than 23 percent said that
they prefer "Miracle on 34th Street."
-- "The Christmas Song" Makes Singles Miss Being Part of a Twosome. Close
to 34 percent of respondents said the ballad "The Christmas Song" by
Nat King Cole is the song that makes them miss being in a relationship
the most, while 28 percent chose Mariah Carey's "All I Want for
Christmas is You."
According to Houran, "TRUE's survey provides insights into how singles can
effectively combat the holiday blues. Be aware of traditional trappings of the
season that can unwittingly promote feelings of despair. Singles should feel
free to escape from these social cues and create new ways to enjoy the
holidays in a manner that takes advantage of the fun and excitement that comes
from being single this time of year." Some of Dr. Houran's recommendations to
combat the holiday blues are:
-- Give of yourself during this holiday season, and watch what you receive
in return. Give to those who otherwise wouldn't have anything,
volunteer at a local center or spend time with seniors.
-- Get away from social pressures. Take a vacation and experience
something new such as camping, biking or a night out on the town.
Don't just stay at home; physical activity is one of the best ways to
combat feelings of loneliness and depression.
-- Listen to upbeat music and sing along to your favorite songs. Stay
away from songs that remind you of being lonely.
-- Take steps towards finding a TRUE mate. Find new ways to meet people
and socialize. Take the TRUE Compatibility Test(TM) to learn more about
yourself and find someone who you're really compatible with, plus you
should explore the TRUE Chat Lobby as a means toward meeting new
friends.
About TRUE
TRUE is safer, savvy, and the only scientifically based online
relationship service whose mission is to help singles find long-lasting and
fulfilling relationships. Founded on an advanced, scientific compatibility
test uniquely endorsed by Psychology Today and independently certified by one
of the leading experts in tests and measurements -- Integrated Knowledge
Systems, Inc. -- to meet the Standards for Educational and Psychological
Testing, TRUE is the only online relationship service that actively seeks to
further protect the safety of its communicating members by conducting
extensive criminal background screenings. Moreover, TRUE is the only site to
conduct single verification screening. With the help of proprietary research
and the industry's most extensive team of scientists, relationship experts and
psychologists, TRUE also guides its members step-by-step through all stages of
the relationship-building process.
To find out more about how TRUE helps people around the world Live, Love
and Learn(TM), please visit http://www.true.com .
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