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HEALTH RISKS OF LONELINESS
Psychology says people who spend hours each evening on social media aren't undisciplined or passively bored; they're caught in a feedback loop designed specifically to feel like socializingSocial media platforms, designed for connection, may paradoxically fuel loneliness through passive consumption and parasocial interactions....
Psychology says people in their 70s who stay exceptionally positive tend to practice these 9 tiny habitStudies reveal that seniors often cultivate remarkable positivity by centering their attention on uplifting experiences. They take time to ...
Psychology says the single variable that separates people who feel genuinely happy from those who don't isn't wealth, health, or achievement, but whether they feel loved by at least one person in a way that doesn't require them to performTrue happiness hinges on feeling loved, not on achievements or social status. Psychologists Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis reveal that de...
Quote of the day by Franz Kafka: ‘There are times when I am convinced I am unfit for any human relationship.’Franz Kafka's profound words capture a universal struggle with human connection. Many feel alienated and doubt their ability to form relati...
Quote of the Day from Studio Ghibli's Castle in the Sky: ‘The world cannot live without love; no matter how many weapons you have or how great your technology might be.’Studio Ghibli's timeless animation, exemplified by 'Castle in the Sky,' teaches that love and human connection are paramount, not just tech...
Greek proverb of the day: 'Old age and poverty are wounds that can’t be...' - thought-provoking lessons on life’s harsh reality, aging, poverty and why planning ahead for the future is importantGreek proverb of the day: Old age and poverty are presented as deeply challenging, irreversible conditions that significantly impact qualit...
Lack of sleep, chronic stress, poor diet? Harvard-trained doctor shares 6 daily habits that may silently harm healthModern lifestyles, marked by poor sleep, stress, and unhealthy habits, silently increase the risk of chronic diseases. Harvard-trained gut ...
Mother's Day Special: How AI, apps are empowering women to manage finances, improve health, build careerWomen are learning to keep pace with the ubiquitous apps and AI, shrugging off dependence on their kids for financial transactions, online ...
People Who Sleep With Their Pets Share These Quiet Traits, And Most Don’t Even Realize ItMany people in the United States share their beds with pets. This practice offers comfort and emotional security. It can reduce loneliness ...
Heart Surgeon Jeremy London Explains What’s Really Bad for Your Heart and HealthEveryday habits significantly impact health. Dr. Jeremy London highlights risks from processed meats and alcohol. Chronic marijuana use and...
‘Functional Loneliness’: Why You Can Be Social and Still Feel DisconnectedMany feel isolated despite being socially active, a phenomenon termed 'functional loneliness.' This occurs when superficial interactions re...
Loneliness is killing us faster than we think: New report warns of the silent killer in the most connected era everA new World Health Organization report reveals a startling paradox: despite digital connectivity, loneliness is a growing global health cri...
Poll reveals this group is now the loneliest in the US- inside the shocking 'epidemic'. Here's whyA recent Gallup poll reveals a concerning trend: young men in the United States are experiencing higher rates of loneliness compared to the...
Lonely? Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s got you covered with AI friendsMeta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals plans to use AI to combat the loneliness epidemic, proposing AI companions as a solution. Amid growing c...
Hello bot, I am feeling lonely. Help?There is a heightened sense of loneliness in the post-pandemic world, but can startups solve the problem with companion bots and call-in se...
Loneliness may be fatal for your bones: StudyAccording to a 2023 study, loneliness can affect bone health in men. The study was presented at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society’s yearly m...
Another downside to being alone; a recent study claims over 1.5 mn S.Koreans at risk of 'lonely death'The study states that more than 1.5 million South Korean people are at risk of a "lonely death" or unattended death. This accounts for near...
Loneliness can impact longevity & quality of life, claims study
Loneliness may take a toll on heart patients, can up early death riskLoneliness is associated with an increased risk of mortality among women and men.
Feeling lonely? Smartphone-based mindfulness training can motivate you to interact with more peopleAcceptance skills training is a critical active ingredient for improving social functioning outcomes.