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Oct 13, 2022 · There is a broad-based agreement in the public health and epidemiologic literature that social connectedness protects and promotes mental and physical health and decreases all-cause mortality [1 – 3].
- 10.1371/journal.pone.0275004
- 2022
- PLoS One. 2022; 17(10): e0275004.
Sep 16, 2024 · Social connection plays a vital role in preventing mental health problems, maintaining good mental health, and aiding in the recovery from both moderate and severe mental health conditions, while isolation and loneliness have been associated with poorer mental health.
Sep 30, 2020 · Positive social connections have consistently been shown to support mental health and well-being. New research finds that social support is also key to coping with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 27, 2024 · Social connections are important to our mental and physical health. Being connected to others helps protect against serious illness and disease. People with stronger social bonds are more likely to live longer, healthier lives.
Aug 12, 2017 · The findings of the current paper move the field forward by demonstrating that while the relationship between social connectedness and mental health is reciprocal, social connectedness is particularly important in promoting mental health over time.
- Alexander K Saeri, Tegan Cruwys, Fiona Kate Barlow, Samantha Stronge, Chris G Sibley
- 2018
Oct 13, 2022 · Among 8 of 9 studies that focused on loneliness, feeling lonely at baseline was related to adverse outcomes at follow-up including higher risks of major depressive disorder, depressive symptom severity, generalized anxiety disorder, and lower levels of physical activity.
Mar 24, 2023 · Healthy social connections are increasingly linked to general health and brain health. Our time socializing may help keep our brains flexible and boost brain resilience.
