Articles for Tag: "loneliness"

Is loneliness lethal? 
Is loneliness lethal?
It was recently advised that it may be sabotaging your health.
Women are 10 times more likely to have a broken heart, literally 
Women are 10 times more likely to have a broken heart, literally
Broken hearts aren’t just a metaphor. Broken heart syndrome, otherwise known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy is on the rise, especially for women.
Do you feel lonely?  Featured
Do you feel lonely?
Those feelings could be a real risk for your health. Learn what you can do about it.
Is this more deadly than obesity? 
Is this more deadly than obesity?
How could this social factor rival the No. 1 cause of preventable death in the U.S.?
Loneliness may trigger heart disease, stroke  Featured
Loneliness may trigger heart disease, stroke
A new study finds that social isolation can increase the risk of these conditions by 30 percent.
Green spaces help seniors fight the blues 
Green spaces help seniors fight the blues
Spending time in nature can improve the health and quality of life for older adults.
Can loneliness shorten your life? 
Can loneliness shorten your life?
A new study finds that social isolation can decrease your lifespan.