We're increasingly seeking friends, companions, and even lovers in AI chatbots like Replika or ChatGPT. But is this healthy ...

As loneliness increasingly emerges as a major public health concern, a new social platform called Friending aims to help ...

A new study could explain why loneliness and symptoms of anxiety and depression could be linked to thoughts of suicide.

A few years ago, the surgeon general declared that there was a loneliness crisis in the U.S. "Social disconnection," as the ...

A new study suggests that depression diminishes a person’s sense of meaning in life by triggering feelings of loneliness and lowering their self-evaluation. The research identifies specific ...

In 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared an American epidemic of loneliness and isolation, releasing an extensive advisory on the danger that a lack of social connection causes to health.

Isolation is not our normal state. That fact has become abundantly clear these past few months as we have been relegated to socializing less frequently and using virtual means when we do. And while ...

Key Takeaways Loneliness and social isolation can impact brain health among women entering menopauseLoneliness and social ...

After all the initial excitement of living abroad fades, many find themselves feeling lonely and isolated. These are common challenges when moving to a new and very different country. The key to ...

In 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a national advisory declaring loneliness and social isolation a public health crisis.