You've probably heard that human beings are "social animals." That doesn't just mean we tend to interact with each other; it means that as a species, we need social connection to thrive, and isolation ...

Social connection, support, and interaction are incredibly important, according to a study from World Psychiatry — not just for relationship well-being, but also for mental and physical health. These ...

It might sound like a contradiction, but if you're feeling lonely, you're not alone. One in four Australians experience persistent loneliness, indicating that its associated impact on happiness is ...

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The Global Initiative on Loneliness and Connection (GILC) has announced the launch of the GILC Global Arts and Social Connection Initiative, a new international effort to advance the role of arts and ...

Recently, the World Health Organization launched a flagship report declaring social connections a global public health priority. This is a monumental step in elevating the importance of social ...

Loneliness and social isolation carry the same health risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, according to experts who say loneliness is on the rise in the U.S. Recent data from Gallup finds that about ...

Beginning in the late 19th century and continuing through the mid-20th century, communities across the country relied largely on women’s unpaid civic labor to create welcome, integration, and ...

In the U.S., social connection is optional—no one is obligated to show up. Our global study reveals why such "chosen" ...

A new study from the University of Georgia and Brigham Young University demonstrates how attending live events can help combat loneliness and build social connections. The research, published in the ...

Throughout Earth’s history, life in temperate and polar zones has had to contend with the cold and darkness of winter. Across species, seasonal adaptation is the norm. Some animals hibernate, others ...

Social connection is now driving residential property value in Kenya, with developers increasinglyprioritising wellness, interaction and shared experiences alongside traditionallocation, size and ...