The article highlights the growing public health issue of loneliness, linked to various health risks and premature death. According to a 2023 report by the Harvard Graduate School of Education, 21% of U.S. adults report feelings of loneliness, prompting the U.S. Surgeon General to emphasize the importance of social connections. The report, 'Loneliness in America: Just the Tip of the Iceberg?', showcases the need for community engagement to combat this epidemic, illustrating how isolation negatively impacts mental and physical health.
In "Loneliness in America: Just the Tip of the Iceberg?," researchers found that 21 percent of U.S. adults feel lonely, emphasizing the urgency of addressing this public health concern.
Milena Batanova from the Harvard Making Caring Common Project states, 'The findings highlight a growing epidemic of loneliness and its detrimental effects on health and well-being.'
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