Why does social isolation increase mortality risk?

A study identifies a link between social isolation and inflammation, suggesting that inflammation may help explain why isolation increases disease risk.

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The risks of social isolation

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How social distancing may affect mental health

Social isolation and all-cause mortality: a population-based cohort study in Denmark

The Health Risks of Loneliness: What the Science Says

Understanding the Effects of Social Isolation on Mental Health

Social isolation, loneliness may raise mortality risk, study finds

Social Isolation Symptoms: Signs, Risk Factors, How to Cope

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 90 cohort studies of social isolation, loneliness and mortality

Social isolation, loneliness may drive risk for fatal or nonfatal MI, stroke