Science has been confirming what many readers already feel: reading isn’t just a pleasure, it’s also an investment in health. Several studies show that people who maintain a lifelong reading habit experience slower cognitive decline and a reduced risk of degenerative diseases, along with lower levels of stress and anxiety.
In a world marked by sensory overload and cognitive fatigue, this evidence reinforces the idea that reading is increasingly a necessity, not a luxury. This is also why Book 2.0 stands by its motto: Back to Basics, Back to Books. This year, the conference will take place on 15th and 16th September at the Centro Cultural de Belém, reminding us once again of the value of books in an ever-accelerating society.