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El Pais: Loneliness

Loneliness Matthew Lieberman, psychologist: ‘Loneliness kills in ways that aren’t obvious’ The American professor has spent 30 years studying the social brain. He speaks with EL PAÍS about the loneliness epidemic, specifically how artificial intelligence and political polarization might influence … Continue reading

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Reading Fiction Boosts Empathy and Fights Loneliness (Bibliotherapy – highly recommended by me)

Reading Fiction Boosts Empathy and Fights Loneliness FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology ·May 19, 2025 Summary: While AI companions are marketed as a fix for loneliness, research shows that reading offers far more meaningful benefits. Reading fiction can foster social connection, reduce stress, enhance empathy, … Continue reading

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New Atlas: Pets found to deliver significant health benefits to the lonely

Wellness & Healthy Living Pets found to deliver significant health benefits to the lonely By Paul McClure April 27, 2025 Group activities with a focus on pets foster more meaningful connections Depositphotos View 3 ImagesView gallery – 3 images Two groups … Continue reading

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US surgeon general Vivek Murthy: ‘Loneliness is like hunger, a signal we’re lacking something for survival’. Source: The Guardian

US surgeon general Vivek Murthy: ‘Loneliness is like hunger, a signal we’re lacking something for survival’ As the 19th and 21st surgeon general, Dr Vivek Murthy has described loneliness as an epidemic on par with tobacco use – the antidote, … Continue reading

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