The moon and its impact on people's well-being

 Since ancient times, people have wondered about the influence of the Moon on our planet, especially in the context of the impact of its gravitational forces on sea tides. But does this satellite of the Earth also influence human behavior, well-being and mood?

This is a topic widely discussed both in folk literature and in scientific circles, although it is much more difficult to research and confirm than astronomical or oceanographic observations.

The moon is primarily responsible for the tides on Earth thanks to its gravitational forces. The theory is that since the human body is approximately 60% water, it may be similarly susceptible to the moon's influence. However, the difference in the scale of impact of this force on the ocean and on an individual person is colossal. In fact, the gravitational forces acting on the human body due to the Moon are much weaker than those acting due to other people or objects in our immediate environment.

Many studies by scientists have tried to identify the correlation between the phases of the moon and human behavior. Some of this research suggests that the full moon may affect people's sleep quality, although the mechanism behind this phenomenon remains unclear.

However, most epidemiological studies of mental health indicators, such as hospitalizations for mental disorders and suicide deaths, have found no significant correlation with lunar phases.

Another interesting area of research is the possible influence of the Moon on human hormones. Some research suggests that women's menstrual cycle may be synchronized with the lunar cycle, although evidence for this is mixed and requires further research.

Although the Moon undoubtedly plays an important role in many aspects of life on Earth, current scientific evidence about its impact on people's well-being and mood is inconclusive. Many myths and superstitions related to the influence of the Moon on human behavior remain without solid confirmation in the scientific literature. Nevertheless, continuing research in this area is important to better understand any subtle interactions between the Moon and the human psyche.