A new brain imaging study reveals deficits in key networks involved in social functioning among individuals with schizophrenia. The findings shed light on the underlying neural mechanisms that may contribute to impaired social skills in this psychiatric disorder. Key Takeaways: Compared to healthy controls, schizophrenia patients showed altered activity in brain regions involved in processing …
Loneliness is a painful feeling that arises when there is a mismatch between one’s desired social connections and actual relationships. Chronic loneliness is increasingly prevalent in modern societies and strongly tied to poor mental and physical health outcomes, including higher risks of depression, cardiovascular disease, and mortality. New genetic research provides key insights into the …
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 …
