Audio long read: Why loneliness is bad for your health
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Exploring the Effects of Loneliness on the Brain
This chapter delves into the effects of loneliness on the brain, showcasing distinct neural responses in lonely individuals and how their perceptions shape a negative self-image, perpetuating loneliness. It also examines the contagious nature of loneliness within social networks and parallels it with hunger on a physiological level, highlighting the midbrain's role in driving social interactions.
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