Loneliness is not merely an emotional state; it acts as a physiological stressor that increases risks for heart disease and ...

Drawing on insights from more than 60 organizations, the report establishes a baseline for understanding and strengthening ...

Background Sarcopenia is a major age-related health condition that remains inadequately recognised as a public health concern ...

Periods of prolonged social isolation have long been associated with difficult emotions and, in some cases, with the ...

The threat posed by social isolation has been known to medical researchers and health care professionals for years, but the issue gained wider attention during the pandemic.

Loneliness is typically defined as a lack of meaningful connection with a social network or companion, whereas social isolation is an objective lack of interaction with others. Research suggests that ...

WASHINGTON — Seniors who are experiencing social isolation or loneliness may face a higher risk of mortality, heart disease, and depression, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, ...

The U.S. is facing a loneliness epidemic, according to recent studies and winter is an especially dangerous season for senior adults.

Social isolation has been found to be associated with poor mental health. This includes increased risk for depression, anxiety, cognitive decline and substance use. One of the reasons that living in ...