June 21, 2023
“Human beings are social by nature, and high-quality social relationships are vital for health and well-being. Like many other social determinants of health, however, social isolation and loneliness are significant yet under-appreciated public health risks. Social isolation and loneliness are associated with poor physical and mental health outcomes, including higher rates of mortality, depression, and cognitive decline.”
– National Academics of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, 2020
