Loneliness, social isolation and living alone are significant risk factors for mortality, particularly in older adults, according to the results of a new study.
Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are commonly reported with high rates occurring in a number of sociodemographic groups.
Studies show that higher levels of loneliness and social isolation – especially in older adults – are linked to greater ...
Bingo night just got a whole lot more interesting.  A new study suggests that staying socially active in your golden years might be the secret to a longer, sharper life. Whether it’s dining ...
Aging is challenging in a variety of ways that can lead to anger arousal. The challenge in addressing such anger is in ...
Increased social engagement may delay dementia onset by up to five years, emphasizing the importance of social connections ...
Loneliness can be a health risk that deserves attention. Recent studies suggest it can be the cause of dementia. Here’s how ...
Loneliness isn't just one thing—it has two key forms: emotional loneliness (lacking deep connections) and social loneliness ...
Social activity not only delays dementia onset an average of five years; it also carries a $500,000 lifetime savings on healthcare costs per person, according to a new paper from Rush University ...
Current conversations around therapy for mental health revolve around youngsters, while reality is that even ageing adults ...
This isolation can worsen mental health and lead to feelings of being disconnected from others. Research in Aging & Mental ...