Dr. Gail Saltz emphasizes that investing in your community can significantly alleviate feelings of loneliness, which have increased in the wake of the pandemic.
US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy stated that loneliness in the US is an epidemic, with significant links to various health issues and a shorter lifespan.
Dan Witters notes that while loneliness rates have improved since the pandemic peak, they have still risen this year, indicating ongoing challenges.
Dr. Gemma Hughes identifies two types of loneliness: emotional isolation, stemming from lack of deep connections, and social isolation, caused by a deficit in social networks.
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