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Top tip for mental health: become a magician

Sleight of hand: Magicians are one of the rare groups that are both creators and performers.

Can magic make us happy? A new study shows illusionists are less prone to mental health difficulties. Psychologists want to learn their tricks to unlock the secrets of happiness.

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