Research Overviewforgiveness

Forgiveness Practice Research Review

Studies suggest forgiveness practices may support emotional wellbeing.

By Gyfts Editorial Team 11 March 2025

Reviewed by Dr. Ava Gardner · Integrative Medicine Researcher13 March 2026Emerging evidence

Forgiveness Practice Research Review — holistic health

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Quick answer

Research suggests forgiveness-based interventions may support stress reduction and emotional resilience.

Key Takeaways

•Evidence within psychology
•Linked to emotional wellbeing

Research Context

Forgiveness interventions are widely studied in positive psychology.

Evidence Context

moderate

Psychological research suggests forgiveness interventions may reduce stress and improve wellbeing.

Safety & Considerations

Forgiveness interventions should complement mental health support.

Who May Benefit

Researchers studying emotional resilience

Frequently Asked Questions

Does research support forgiveness practices?

Several psychological studies suggest potential emotional wellbeing benefits.

Written by

Gyfts Editorial Team

Editorial team at Gyfts researching holistic health modalities.

Reviewed by

Dr. Ava Gardner

Integrative Medicine Researcher

MB BCh BAO, MSc Integrative Medicine, MRCGP

Dr. Ava Gardner is a Dublin-based integrative medicine physician with over 15 years of clinical experience bridging conventional general practice and evidence-based complementary care. She holds a Masters in Integrative Medicine from the University of Arizona and has worked extensively in chronic pain management, women's hormonal health, and mind-body medicine. Dr. Gardner reviews health content for Gyfts to ensure clinical accuracy, balanced evidence presentation, and responsible safety guidance across modality and condition pages.

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