The Rabbit Effect: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness

"A blending of free-flowing confessional prose and scholarly research . . . Amid the clanging political noise about Obamacare, Medicare, Medicaid, health insurance, and thieving pharmaceutical companies, Kelli Harding stands apart from the horde . . ."-- "The Washington Post"
"[A]n inspiring guide that will appeal to health enthusiasts fed up with the usual '10-step fitness plan or . . . two-week diet.' . . . Harding's book will leave readers with much to ponder and . . . an encouraging rationale for treating others more kindly."-- "Publishers Weekly"
"Readers will be inspired to make these manageable, life-altering changes."-- "Booklist"
"[Offering] the kind of do-able and wise solutions that make for a better life, [Dr. Harding] illustrates the deep connections between stress--and the inflammatory response it evokes--and our physical and mental health. . . . She beautifully identifies kindness as an endlessly renewable resource--the light we all can shine on the lives of others and in so doing bathe in its grace ourselves."-- "New York Journal of Books"
"[T]he most interesting [book on kindness] . . . personal, while also steeped in data . . . Harding [shows] how our interconnectedness helps us stay healthier . . . I couldn't help tearing up."-- "New York Times Book Review"
"An illuminating exploration of a new vision of the practice of medicine and health that demonstrates what our lives could be like if we targeted our 'hidden factors of health, ' looked more to our social world for solutions to our health woes, and recognized how beneficial and transformative the use of kindness is . . . I give this book a glowing recommendation."-- "Psychiatric Times"
"A beautifully written, inspiring book! The Rabbit Effect is truly eye opening and a joy to read. It illuminates vital public health research showing kindness in our day-to-day lives can make the world a healthier, happier place. I recommend this book highly for anyone who wants to live more healthfully."--Christy Turlington Burns, humanitarian and CEO of Every Mother Counts "Psychiatric Times"
"A wonderful demonstration of how our physical health is affected by the kindness we receive--and the kindness we give. Beautifully written and based on really hard science."--Lord Richard Layard, professor, London School of Economics, coauthor of The World Happiness Report "Psychiatric Times"
"Dr. Harding weaves together compelling clinical vignettes with fascinating medical evidence. This comprehensive, holistic view of health is critical, much needed, and absolutely convincing."--Arthur J. Barsky, MD, professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School "Psychiatric Times"
"[A] blockbuster book. . . . Dr. Harding shows us that, by being compassionate, giving, and kind human beings, we can win the great rewards of vitality and longevity. Read this book! It will change your life."--Mindy Thompson Fullilove, MD, LFAPA, HonAIA, author of Urban Alchemy: Restoring Joy in America's Sorted-Out Cities "Psychiatric Times"
"In this brilliant and delightfully practical book, Dr. Kelli Harding unveils the hidden factors that determine our health and well-being. . . . The Rabbit Effect's radical argument is that the most promising remedies for our biomedical problems will come from the social world, not the doctor's office or pharmaceutical lab."--Eric Klinenberg, #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Modern Romance and author of Palaces for the People "Psychiatric Times"
"An inspiring, evidence-based and beautifully written exploration of the profound impact that love, connection and kindness have on our health. Harding's book should be required reading for all health practitioners and anyone with an interest in a living a longer, healthier and happier life."--Mark Williamson, PhD, director of Action for Happiness "Psychiatric Times"
"This book is fascinating because of Dr. Kelli Harding's unique ability to combine stories with a deep understanding of the scientific foundation of the stories. This is an extremely compelling book, which will entertain, educate, and impact the readers."--Moshe Szyf, PhD, GlaxoSmithKline and James McGill Professor, Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics, McGill University Medical School "Psychiatric Times"
"It's utterly wonderful. Dr. Harding has reviewed the science on why community matters to individuals' physical and mental health in a truly masterful manner, which will reach both scientific and lay audiences. I learned a great deal."--Laurence Guttmacher, MD, professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Clinical Medical Humanities, and Bioethics at the University of Rochester, School of Medicine & Dentistry "Psychiatric Times"
"Dr. Harding knows what our mental health needs. More Kindness! This book has a powerful message for us all--backed by ample research--and woven together with the warmth of an expert clinician."--Drew Ramsey, MD, assistant clinical professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and author of Eat Complete "Psychiatric Times"
"When we first conducted the rabbit studies over 40 years ago, we never imagined the critical role that relationships play in health. I'm excited that those studies helped motivate this splendid book. Dr. Harding's evidence-based exploration provides readers with a new way to think about human disease, one rooted in the importance of kindness and relationships. As stated in the Ecclesiastes proverb quoted in the book, a 'faithful friend is the medicine of life.'"--Robert M. Nerem, PhD "Psychiatric Times"
"Blest are those patients cared for tenderly and wisely by Dr. Kelli Harding. Blest, too, are those who read her book and absorb it into their physical and spiritual lives."--Colman McCarthy, journalist and peace teacher "Psychiatric Times"