Dr. Gail Saltz emphasizes that investing in community interactions, even brief ones, can significantly mitigate feelings of loneliness, which is increasingly prevalent today.
According to Gallup data, one in five adults in the U.S. reported feeling loneliness 'a lot of the day yesterday,' highlighting the epidemic of loneliness in modern society.
Dr. Gemma Hughes distinguishes between emotional isolation, stemming from a lack of deep connections, and social isolation, which is the absence of regular social interactions.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy points out the severe health concerns linked to loneliness, including inflammation, sleep problems, anxiety, and a shorter lifespan.
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