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Epidemic of loneliness and isolation

We've all felt lonely at some point in our lives, whether during the COVID-19 pandemic, an illness, or after losing a family member. People can even feel lonely even when surrounded by others. In 2023 ...

Gen Z is lonely. Roll of the dice can fix that | Opinion

Going old school with classic board games has brought together Gen Z. The games might also help create a stronger community ...
Becker's Hospital Review

Social isolation and loneliness are America’s next public health issue

At our core, people are social beings. Whether we are a part of a sports team, social group or professional society, we all have the need for some type of social network. These connections give us ...
News Medical

Social isolation and loneliness linked to low micronutrient intake in older adults

A recent study reveals that social isolation and loneliness are linked to lower intake of essential micronutrients in older adults, raising concerns about their impact on healthy aging and the need ...
The Hill

Loneliness, social isolation may increase cardiovascular risks

As the world continues to recover from years of COVID-19-induced social distancing and isolation, a new scoping review from the American Heart Association (AHA) sheds light on the health benefits that ...
Yahoo

There's a Loneliness Epidemic. Here's How It's Affecting Your Well-Being

Loneliness can cause symptoms of anxiety and depression and can increase our risk of heart disease and dementia. With how connected smart devices have us, loneliness isn't something that comes to the ...
PsyPost on MSN

Loneliness and isolation rates among older Americans return to pre-pandemic levels, but still remain high

Loneliness and social isolation among Americans aged 50 to 80 have largely reverted to the levels observed before the ...
Medical Xpress

National study finds loneliness and isolation are back to pre-pandemic levels, but still high, for older adults

Loneliness and isolation among older Americans have mostly returned to pre-pandemic rates, but that still means more than one third of people age 50 to 80 feel lonely, and nearly as many feel isolated ...
Healio

Loneliness, social isolation associated with increased glaucoma risk

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Both loneliness and social isolation were associated with a higher risk for glaucoma. Participants who were ...
McKnight's Long-Term Care News

Review shows complexity of loneliness, social isolation in older adults

Loneliness and social isolation among community-dwelling older adults are complex issues with the ability to affect physical, mental and social well-being. To support older adults, approaches must ...
News Medical

Loneliness and isolation associated with higher death risk in cancer patients

Loneliness and social isolation are linked to a heightened risk of death from cancer as well as from all causes among those with the disease, finds a pooled data analysis of the available research ...