http://www.newsweek.com/happy-childhood-memories-may-boost-physical-and-mental-health-later-life-1201315 > We know that our past experiences shape who we are today in a variety of ways. Now, researchers have found that people who have good childhood memories of their parental relationships tend to have better health, less depression and fewer chronic illnesses as older adults, according to a paper published in the journal Health Psychology. > Studies have shown that memories of positive relationships likely serve many functions: they may instill us with a sense of gratitude, make us feel good, and give us hope for our current and future relationships.