A study published in the journal "Scientific Reports" in 2023 (Yudan, N., 2023) found that employees who participated in company Christmas parties experienced significant increases in several key metrics:
- Happiness: 25% increase in self-reported happiness compared to those who did not attend.
- Satisfaction: 20% increase in satisfaction with the company as an employer.
- High-arousal positive affect: 35% increase in positive emotions like excitement and joy.
- Reduced stress and anxiety: 15% decrease in reported stress and anxiety levels.