Not only puzzle fans say that doing puzzles makes you happy. It has been scientifically proven that doing puzzles is sure to lift your spirits – in more ways than one, as Dr. Stephan Lermer (Communication Psychologist) has discovered: “Firstly, surprising sub-goals are achieved when doing a puzzle.”
“Secondly,” adds Lermer, “the overall result, which symbolizes ‘I did it!’ can be displayed, which brings admiration and recognition. I like to differentiate between arrogant and healthy pride – people who do puzzles can be proud of themselves in a healthy way.”