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#799 - David Robson - The Science Of Building Genuine Friendships

Modern Wisdom

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Understanding Loneliness: Current Perception and Historical Prevalence

Exploring the perception of a loneliness crisis through survey data while considering its historical prevalence challenges the idea of loneliness as a new phenomenon. The chapter delves into factors contributing to loneliness, the impact of technology on social connections, and the importance of genuine friendships for mental and physical health, offering insights from an evolutionary psychology perspective.

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