An Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation

An occasional feeling of loneliness isn’t necessarily a bad thing. However, when we experience chronic feelings of loneliness or isolation, this experience can contribute to negative mental and physical health.

Social Connection — Current Priorities of the U.S. Surgeon General

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HHS's Advisory on loneliness and isolation: a guidebook and a call

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COVID-19, Social Isolation, and the New Science of Adaptive

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Loneliness: The silent epidemic hiding in plain sight

A Surgeon General’s Advisory is a public statement that calls the American people’s attention to an urgent public health issue and provides

Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The US Surgeon General's Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community

An Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation