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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

The Secret to Making Friends as an Adult

Sep 6, 2022
In this enlightening discussion, Marisa Franco, a friendship expert and psychologist, explores the essence of adult friendships. She reveals that loneliness affects one in five Americans and underscores the dire health implications of isolation. Franco discusses three types of social connections essential for well-being—intimate friendships, relational ties, and collective bonds. She also offers practical strategies for overcoming the challenges of making friends as adults, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and intentionality in building meaningful connections.
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  • Loneliness is a widespread issue impacting health, urging the need for intentional social interactions.
  • Displaying vulnerability enhances relationships, combating loneliness and fostering genuine human connections.

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The Surgeon General's Mission on Loneliness

The former Surgeon General of the United States, Vivek Murthy, emphasizes that loneliness is a widespread and consequential issue affecting health and life quality. He highlights that despite common misconceptions, loneliness can impact everyone, not just a specific demographic group. Research shows loneliness is linked to health risks like heart disease, dementia, and fragmented sleep, highlighting the urgent need to address this pervasive problem.

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