Social Connection
Social Isolation vs Loneliness: What Your Brain Needs
Most of us use the words “lonely” and “isolated” as though they mean the same thing. It makes sense. They often show up together, and both feel uncomfortable in similar ways. But research in brain health and cognitive aging has drawn a sharp line between the two, and that distinction matters more than most people […]
Social ConnectionDoes Loneliness Increase Alzheimer’s Risk? The Research Is Clear
You probably know someone who has become more isolated in recent years. Maybe it’s a parent who lost their spouse and slowly stopped going out. Maybe it’s a friend who moved cities and never quite rebuilt their social circle. Maybe, if you’re being honest, it’s you. Life gets busy, friendships drift, and suddenly months pass […]