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Loneliness Fuels Mental Illness Rise
- Depression and anxiety are rising globally, partly due to social and environmental factors rather than just brain chemistry.
- Loneliness, particularly prevalent in Western societies like Australia, is a major driver of mental health issues.
Digital Connection Lacks Depth
- Social media and online activities offer partial substitutes for social needs but ultimately can deepen loneliness.
- Human beings evolved for face-to-face interaction, making digital communication insufficient for deep psychological needs.
Work Control Shapes Mental Health
- Control over work is key to mental health, not the work itself.
- Low control at work increases depression risk, a finding supported by studies including those of hospital cleaners.