8min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Why Americans Stopped Hanging Out—and Why It Matters

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Connecting Community: Lessons from the 1995 Heat Wave

This chapter explores the complex nature of disconnection, revealing how individuals can feel lonely even in social settings. It examines the crucial role of social infrastructure in community well-being, illustrated by a comparison of two Chicago neighborhoods during the 1995 heat wave, highlighting the impact of social connections on resilience and mortality.

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