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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How Social Isolation Can Shorten Life

Loneliness can be equally dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes daily, yet solitude can also foster personal growth.
Finding balance between solitude and social connections is essential for well-being.
Solitude helps in accepting uniqueness and strengthens relationships with others.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

'The Remote Work Paradox': 4 Ways To Stay Sane When The Isolation Drives You Crazy

Remote work offers flexibility but can lead to social isolation and mental health challenges.
Digital life
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Real-world connection in a digital age

Despite technological advancements connecting us more than ever, actual social interactions are diminishing, leading to widespread loneliness.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How Social Isolation Can Shorten Life

Loneliness can be equally dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes daily, yet solitude can also foster personal growth.
Finding balance between solitude and social connections is essential for well-being.
Solitude helps in accepting uniqueness and strengthens relationships with others.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

'The Remote Work Paradox': 4 Ways To Stay Sane When The Isolation Drives You Crazy

Remote work offers flexibility but can lead to social isolation and mental health challenges.
Digital life
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Real-world connection in a digital age

Despite technological advancements connecting us more than ever, actual social interactions are diminishing, leading to widespread loneliness.
more#mental-health
#loneliness
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Isolation Nation: Why Modern Life Feels So Empty

Loneliness is influenced by societal and cultural factors, leading to increased individualism and social isolation.
Economic disparities and political polarization contribute to a decline in social connections.
Encouraging personalized strategies can help combat feelings of loneliness.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

5 Ways AI Is Changing Human Relationships

AI companions can significantly influence emotional attachment and intimacy perceptions.
An overreliance on AI can deepen loneliness and social isolation.
AI interactions may alter attachment styles, negatively affecting emotional health.
Maintaining realistic expectations in relationships is crucial.
AI cannot replicate genuine human emotional connections.
Relationships
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Inside the bizarre business of 'renting' a girlfriend in Japan, sparking debate worldwide: 'No way this is real'

The growing demand for rental girlfriend services in Australia highlights a societal issue of loneliness among young people.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Isolation Nation: Why Modern Life Feels So Empty

Loneliness is influenced by societal and cultural factors, leading to increased individualism and social isolation.
Economic disparities and political polarization contribute to a decline in social connections.
Encouraging personalized strategies can help combat feelings of loneliness.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

5 Ways AI Is Changing Human Relationships

AI companions can significantly influence emotional attachment and intimacy perceptions.
An overreliance on AI can deepen loneliness and social isolation.
AI interactions may alter attachment styles, negatively affecting emotional health.
Maintaining realistic expectations in relationships is crucial.
AI cannot replicate genuine human emotional connections.
Relationships
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Inside the bizarre business of 'renting' a girlfriend in Japan, sparking debate worldwide: 'No way this is real'

The growing demand for rental girlfriend services in Australia highlights a societal issue of loneliness among young people.
more#loneliness
#community-engagement
Digital life
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Commons: The Anti-Social Century

Financial necessity often drives Americans to stay home, impacting social interactions.
The decline of public spaces has contributed to national alienation.
Digital life
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Commons: The Anti-Social Century

Financial necessity often drives Americans to stay home, impacting social interactions.
The decline of public spaces has contributed to national alienation.
more#community-engagement
#friendship
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I felt isolated after I retired. Inviting other men to lunch helped me turn things around - but I faced rejection along the way.

Orrin Onken overcame social isolation in retirement by proactively inviting friends for lunch, defying stereotypes about aging men and friendship.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I felt isolated after I retired. Inviting other men to lunch helped me turn things around - but I faced rejection along the way.

Orrin Onken overcame social isolation in retirement by proactively inviting friends for lunch, defying stereotypes about aging men and friendship.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

more#friendship
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This AI-powered social app aims to end loneliness-by 'engineering chance'

Social platform startup 222 uses AI to engineer chance encounters among members to combat social isolation, leveraging machine learning to connect people meaningfully.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Get some earplugs and never remove wax at home: 16 ways to protect your hearing, chosen by audiologists

Hearing loss affects 42% of people over the age of 50, increasing to 71% of people over 70, highlighting the urgent need for proactive ear care.
Wearables
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

'My friend was fined for parking at my Grove Park home - now no one wants to visit'

I am a resident here and I've paid rent; why is there a ticket for somebody coming to give me help? It’s very difficult to get through to the parking company.
London politics
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Robot pets help care home dementia patients

Technology like robot pets and digital translators enhances emotional connections and reduces isolation for dementia residents.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

5 Strategies To Prevent Social Isolation When Working Remotely

Social isolation in remote work can be reduced through creative strategies.
#aging-in-place
more#aging-in-place
#community
US politics
fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

Want a less divisive American? Just a matter of trust. - Harvard Gazette

America is struggling with declining social connections and increasing discord, which have deep-rooted causes beyond political figures like Trump.
US politics
fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

Want a less divisive American? Just a matter of trust. - Harvard Gazette

America is struggling with declining social connections and increasing discord, which have deep-rooted causes beyond political figures like Trump.
more#community
#loneliness-epidemic
more#loneliness-epidemic
Parenting
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Post-COVID, mentoring young adults can make all the difference

The pandemic's isolation has profound impacts, necessitating transformative mentoring to rebuild connections and trust among youth.
#social-support
fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Data science

Extracting Social Support and Social Isolation Information From Clinical Psychiatry Notes | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Extracting Social Support and Isolation Info From Clinical Psychiatry Notes: SS and SI Categories | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Guidelines for Annotating Social Support and Social Isolation in Clinical Notes | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Extracting Social Support and Isolation Info From Clinical Notes: Demo and System Performance | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
SF parents

Developing Rule and LLM-Based Systems to Identify Mentions of Fine-Grained Categories | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
SF parents

Natural Language Processing for Risk Assessment: Identifying SI/SS in Psychiatric Notes | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Data science

Extracting Social Support and Social Isolation Information From Clinical Psychiatry Notes | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Extracting Social Support and Isolation Info From Clinical Psychiatry Notes: SS and SI Categories | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Guidelines for Annotating Social Support and Social Isolation in Clinical Notes | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Mental health

Extracting Social Support and Isolation Info From Clinical Notes: Demo and System Performance | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
SF parents

Developing Rule and LLM-Based Systems to Identify Mentions of Fine-Grained Categories | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
SF parents

Natural Language Processing for Risk Assessment: Identifying SI/SS in Psychiatric Notes | HackerNoon

more#social-support
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Golden Goal: Kevin Campbell for Everton v Liverpool (1999)

On my first night at university, an opportunity for social connection presented itself, but instead of joining a celebration with peers, I chose to listen to a football match alone.
Liverpool FC
Mental health
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I've been retired for 3 years after building a successful startup - why is finding meaning in retirement still so hard?

Even successful early retirees may struggle with finding meaning post-retirement.
Social connections can diminish for early retirees, leading to feelings of isolation.
#world-happiness-report
Dining
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Table for one? More people say they eat all their meals alone.

Solo dining among US adults has significant implications for well-being, with 26% reporting all meals alone in the past day.
more#world-happiness-report
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What We Know About the Experiences of Alienated Grandparents

Alienated grandparents face profound emotional pain due to estrangement from grandchildren, worsened by age and life's finiteness.
NYC parents
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

How urban environments present unique challenges for aging in place

Many seniors in Philadelphia face challenges aging in place, including isolation and a lack of information about available resources.
#technology-impact
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How AI Could Shape Our Relationships and Social Interactions

Excessive AI interaction may hinder real human relationship skills.
AI companions can reduce loneliness but risk increased emotional dependence and isolation.
The long-term effects of AI on social interactions are uncertain.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Mental health

Turns out the zombie apocalypse isn't as fun as they said it would be Rebecca Solnit on our dangerously disconnected world

Many individuals in modern urban life, especially in post-pandemic environments, exhibit emotional detachment and a lack of genuine connection with those around them.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How AI Could Shape Our Relationships and Social Interactions

Excessive AI interaction may hinder real human relationship skills.
AI companions can reduce loneliness but risk increased emotional dependence and isolation.
The long-term effects of AI on social interactions are uncertain.
more#technology-impact
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Is It a Problem That Americans Are Spending More Time Alone?

Spending time alone is often stigmatized, but evidence shows single people can be socially engaged and contribute positively to society.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Row after models at long-running life drawing class in Hampstead told to cover up for 'safeguarding' reasons

Mr. Swann expressed discontent with the centre's decision, mentioning, "It just seems a morality thing... like the Taliban coming in saying you can't run a class."
London
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Gun control is dead, and we killed it': the growing threat of firearms that can be made at home

Viljam Nyman's journey from being bullied to adopting far-right extremist beliefs illustrates how personal trauma can lead to embracing hateful ideologies.
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