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The Lonely Brain: Unraveling the Neuroscience and Psychology of Isolation

1 year ago

Summary: The neuroscience and psychology of loneliness have provided fascinating insights into this pervasive issue, revealing its profound effects on our brain and mental health. Research has shown that loneliness…

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Brainwaves: Neuroscience News Top Five Insights This Week – July 2, 2023

1 year ago

Summary: In this week’s round-up of top neuroscience breakthroughs, machine learning has been utilized to predict patterns of repetitive negative thinking, potentially revolutionizing depression treatment. A link has been discovered…

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Sense of Purpose May Shield Against Loneliness

1 year ago

Summary: A sense of purpose in life, irrespective of its nature, can be a robust defense against loneliness. A new study, involving over 2,300 Swiss adults, found fewer instances of…

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Social Isolation’s Health Implications: Unmasking the Mortality Risks of Loneliness

1 year ago

Summary: A comprehensive study underscores the alarming link between social isolation, loneliness, and heightened mortality risks. The meta-analysis, involving over two million participants, found a significant increase in all-cause mortality…

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Spread Happiness: Sharing Positive Emotions Can Help Combat Loneliness and Negativity

1 year ago

Summary: A new study suggests that sharing positive feelings with others may ease loneliness-based negativity, which can contribute to psychological issues and physical health problems. Researchers at the University of…

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Pandemic Pet Pals: Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Pet Ownership, Stress, and Loneliness During Lockdown

1 year ago

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, US dog and cat owners became closer to their pets, though pet ownership did not consistently alleviate stress and loneliness. The relationship between mental health…

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Correlation Between Social Vulnerability and Elevated Suicide Risks Discovered

1 year ago

Summary: Social determinants of health are linked to suicide risk, with the suicide rate nearly doubling between the least and most socially vulnerable counties. The study proposes several public health…

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