Loneliness and social isolation speed up disability and shorten life expectancy, new long-term study of older adults reveals.
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- Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy
- Family & Relationship
Why Loneliness in Later Life Deserves More Attention
by Amelia Hartby Amelia HartRegular meaningful contact can ease loneliness in later life and reduce its serious effects on health.
- Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy
Why Treating Addiction Without Addressing What’s Underneath It Rarely Works
Treating addiction without addressing underlying anxiety trauma or depression often leads to relapse while integrated care from the start supports lasting recovery.
Support networks are transforming special needs care by fostering collaboration empowerment and confidence for families and carers.
- Mental Health & Well-Being
The Psychology of Dignity: How Bathroom Safety Aids Prevent Social Withdrawal and Anxiety
The bathroom safety aids restore independence and dignity by conquering the fear of falling for older adults.
- Mental Health & Well-Being
Teenagers Take Fewer Risks, But Rising Isolation May Be Harming Mental Health
Teen risk behaviours are falling, but rising isolation and screen time may be quietly undermining adolescent mental health.
- Mental Health & Well-Being
Mental Health Expert Noel McDermott Urges Action Against Loneliness This Christmas
Mental health expert Noel McDermott warns loneliness rises at Christmas and urges practical action to reduce isolation.
- Mental Health & Well-Being
Feeling Lonely This Festive Season? Expert Tips to Ease Isolation During Christmas
by Psychregby PsychregLoneliness is common at Christmas, but small intentional steps and support can help people feel more connected and less isolated.
Staying socially connected helps older adults avoid depression, memory loss, and health problems linked to isolation and loneliness.
- Mental Health & Well-Being
Addressing Isolation and Emotional Struggles in Later Years
by Alicia Saxonby Alicia SaxonOlder adults can overcome loneliness and sadness by building connections, using technology, and seeking support for better emotional well-being.
True democracy thrives when power is shared through respectful connections that prevent isolation and foster mental health.
Memory care provides a safe and supportive environment for people with memory loss, helping them live with dignity and comfort.
Some men are breaking free from the black pill mindset by choosing authenticity over cynicism and redefining what it means to matter.
Artificial companions are becoming emotional substitutes as genuine human connections decline in an increasingly isolated digital society.
With remote job postings in the UK dropping by over 13% in the past year, experts share advice on how workers can stand out in an increasingly competitive market.