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Simon Sinek: Founder of The Optimist Company
Leading With Strengths
Social Connection Mitigates Addiction
Loneliness significantly increases the likelihood of addiction, as evidenced by experiments with rats. When isolated, rats exhibit addictive behaviors, whereas those in enriched social environments display reduced substance consumption. This suggests that social connections and friendships serve as protective factors against addiction. The implications for the digital age are profound; rather than solely blaming social media for loneliness and addiction, it's essential to consider how improving social skills and fostering friendships could reduce susceptibility to addictive behaviors, particularly among the youth.
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