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The Loneliness Epidemic: America's Silent Health Crisis
Oct 27, 2023
The podcast discusses America's loneliness epidemic, comparing it to the health risks of smoking. It explores barriers to therapy and offers BetterHelp as a solution. The impact of technology on social connection and mental health is examined, as well as the importance of building relationships for mental well-being.
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- Loneliness has been declared as damaging to health as smoking, with studies showing it can have far-reaching consequences.
- Social connection and engagement have declined over the years, exacerbated by technology and the pandemic, impacting mental well-being.
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Loneliness as a Health Epidemic
Loneliness has emerged as a significant epidemic, with the U.S. Surgeon General declaring it as damaging to health as smoking. Studies show that loneliness can have far-reaching consequences, comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes per day. The number of single-person households has increased drastically, with a 442% rise in loneliness compared to a 90% rise in population. Loneliness is prevalent among different generations, notably affecting Gen Z the most. Loneliness has been associated with an increased risk of heart disease, depression, and cognitive decline.
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