Loneliness & The Brain: Triggering Evolutionary Responses to Seek Connection

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Loneliness is painful, but it may serve an important purpose. New research explores how loneliness affects the brain and body in humans and animals. The findings reveal that loneliness triggers primal responses designed to get us to seek out social connection. Key facts: Loneliness activates threat responses in the brain and body to motivate us …

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Loneliness: The Hidden Health Epidemic

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Loneliness is increasingly prevalent yet often overlooked in our lives. Research is uncovering just how detrimental chronic loneliness can be to both our mental and physical health. Key Facts: Loneliness is feeling alone despite having social connections, not simply being alone. It is the perception of isolation. Prevalence of loneliness rose from 11-17% in the …

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