Feeling Lonely?

"Loneliness and social isolation are widespread in the United States, according to the first report from Social Connection in America, a new 25-year, evidence-based, national survey on the state of social connection across the United States (Holt-Lunstad et al., 2025). Forty-one percent of adults say they feel lonely at least some of the time. Meanwhile, nearly 75 percent of Americans get together with close friends just twice a month or less, and 29 percent rarely or never talk with them on the phone."

"A Walk in the Park Can Do Wonders for Your Well-Being Our local parks serve as a much-needed oasis, providing green space, calm, and the opportunity to connect with our neighbors in a safe and healthy way. In fact, visiting parks is associated with reduced stress, enhanced mood, and increased physical activity. And it doesn't cost a thing. Getting outdoors is good for us. Whether we are lounging in the grass or gazing at the clouds, immersin"

Loneliness and social isolation affect a large share of U.S. adults: 41% report feeling lonely at least some of the time, nearly 75% meet close friends twice a month or less, and 29% rarely or never speak with them by phone. Strong social connections are linked to better physical and mental health and longer life. Many Americans still feel neighborhood belonging—about three-quarters report belonging where they live and nearly 60% get along with neighbors. Local and national parks offer free green space that reduces stress, improves mood, increases physical activity, and creates safe opportunities to connect with neighbors.

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