Dog ownership reduces loneliness
Evidence suggests new dog owners experience a reduction in negative mood and feelings of loneliness.... Read More...
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Anger, anxiety, insomnia: Tweets from Twitter users could predict loneliness
Linguistic analytic models found users who tweet about loneliness post significantly more frequently about mental health concerns, relationship problems, and insomnia.... Read More...
Which Comes First: Smartphone Dependency or Depression?
A person's dependency on their smartphone predicts greater loneliness and depressive symptoms, and not the other way around.... Read More...
Anger more harmful to health of older adults than sadness
Experiencing daily anger increases inflammation and raises the risk of developing chronic illnesses, such as heart disease and cancer, in those aged 80 and over. ... Read More...
Mental disorders more common in people who live alone
Living alone is associated with an increased risk of developing common mental disorders, such as depression.... Read More...
Negative Experiences on Social Media Tied to Higher Odds of Feeling Lonely
According to a new study, negative interactions on social media may increase feelings of loneliness and social isolation in young adults.... Read More...
The Complicated Relationship Between Social Media and Depression
A new study reveals a correlation between the passive use of social media and depression symptoms such as loneliness and fatigue. ... Read More...
Solitary Confinement Puts Brains at Risk
Researchers report social isolation is linked to changes in brain structures and increased risks of developing mental health disorders.... Read More...
Loneliness Increased Dementia Risk
Researchers provide further evidence that social isolation can increase the risk of developing dementia in older people. ... Read More...
Lonely People Stand Farther From Loved Ones
Researchers theorize social 'survival mode' triggers the preference for greater personal space in lonely people.... Read More...
Poor Sleep Triggers Viral Loneliness and Social Rejection
A new study reveals a link between sleep deprivation and heightened feelings of social isolation. Researchers report sleep loss blunts activity in the brain that normally encourages social engagement.... Read More...
Peer Rejection Isn’t the Culprit Behind School Shootings
Researchers report people should look more deeply into the environmental factors and mental health issues surrounding those involved in school shootings, and not simply blame peer rejection.... Read More...