A new study offers one more reason to call your mom this Mother’s Day.
The study found speaking to mom over the phone (versus texting) increase levels of calmness and peacefulness, and lowered stress and anxiety.
The study — which comes from Wilson Electronics — was conducted between people of Generation Z and their moms. The study measured alpha and beta brain wave patterns to determine physiological factors to see what happens when we talk to our moms. The results were compared to what happens during texting.
Some of the findings include:
- 83% of people showed increase in calm and peacefulness when talking to mom.
- 83% felt less anxiety or tension.
- 64% felt more relaxed or calm when talking on the phone opposed to texting.
- 87% of Generation Z participants said they preferred texting.
Bruce Lancaster, CEO of Wilson Electronics, said in an email that the study shows the phone call is more relevant than ever and remains a powerful form of communication today.”
“Talking on the phone not only brings us closer together, but also makes us feel better. During today’s unprecedented times, something as simple as a phone call can make all the difference in lowering stress and anxiety and bringing happiness in a time where we need it most. And of course, what better time to make that call than this weekend for Mother’s Day?”
A previous study from the company found a majority of people feel phone calls remain important in 2020 and provide positive health and strong relationships. Some of the findings from that study included:
- 6 in 10 Americans felt phone calls can reduce anxiety and stress.
- The majority of Americans felt happy when they see someone calling them.
- 62% felt happier after they left a personal phone call.
- The study said: “The benefits of the phone call are clear — talking on the phone makes you feel better and can physically decrease stress and anxiety.”
According to Lancaster, there’s no time like the present — Mother’s Day, which is this Sunday — to talk with your mother.
“While not everyone can be with our mothers in person this Mother’s Day, we can find other ways to celebrate her. Simply hopping on the phone with your mom can help reduce homesickness, and lower the feelings of anxiety and loneliness that many Americans are experiencing while isolating at home.”
He added, “So, Gen Z, make that call to mom this weekend! It will be good for you.”