Shining a Spotlight on the Loneliness Epidemic in the U.S.
May 25, 2021 ·
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And a potential part of the solution Social isolation and loneliness are immense societal challenges that have a real impact on both our physical and mental health. Both are common...
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And a potential part of the solution
Social isolation and loneliness are immense societal challenges that have a real impact on both our physical and mental health. Both are common issues and very serious ones. According to an AARP survey, one in three adults aged 45 and older are lonely[1]. And research shows loneliness is as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes per day[2], making it as much a public health concern as obesity.
The loneliness epidemic has long been a major societal issue. COVID-19 has undoubtedly made it worse.[3]
Fortunately, research shows that interaction with pets may have a positive impact on both our mental and physical...
for video and more info, go to http://goodnewsplanet.com/shining-a-spotlight-on-the-loneliness-epidemic-in-the-u-s/
#loneliness #solutions #social #isolation #physical #mental #health #aarp #smoking #obesity #covid #worse #pets #mars #petcare #veterinarian #angela #hughes #awareness #therapy #dog #united #states
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Social isolation and loneliness are immense societal challenges that have a real impact on both our physical and mental health. Both are common issues and very serious ones. According to an AARP survey, one in three adults aged 45 and older are lonely[1]. And research shows loneliness is as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes per day[2], making it as much a public health concern as obesity.
The loneliness epidemic has long been a major societal issue. COVID-19 has undoubtedly made it worse.[3]
Fortunately, research shows that interaction with pets may have a positive impact on both our mental and physical...
for video and more info, go to http://goodnewsplanet.com/shining-a-spotlight-on-the-loneliness-epidemic-in-the-u-s/
#loneliness #solutions #social #isolation #physical #mental #health #aarp #smoking #obesity #covid #worse #pets #mars #petcare #veterinarian #angela #hughes #awareness #therapy #dog #united #states
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