Health
Global study shows loneliness can shorten life spans
There is an epidemic of loneliness and isolation today, and the consequences can be deadly, researchers say.
Jun 26, 2023
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Palliative care: Creating a new model to address suffering for neurological illnesses
Neurologic illnesses, including Alzheimer's, brain cancer, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and stroke, are among the most dreaded illnesses in medicine and leading causes of disability and death worldwide. Despite the ...
Jun 21, 2023
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Research links isolation in old age to negative health outcomes
For many, keeping up with a brimming email inbox has become a chore. But for older adults, access to tools such as email and texting may help them stay socially engaged and reduce their chances of developing dementia. Or ...
Jun 21, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researchers chart large rise in eating disorders and self-harm among teenage girls
General practices have recorded a large rise in eating disorder diagnoses and self-harm episodes among teenage girls in the UK in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic, a research team has found.
Jun 20, 2023
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Social contact may help preserve brain function in later life
A study of the impact of social isolation on cognitive performance and brain structure has highlighted the importance of a good social support system in maintaining a healthy brain into later life.
Jun 20, 2023
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Alcohol use among older adults in Scandinavian countries found to be increasing
A large proportion of older people state that they drink alcohol twice a week or more and the difference in alcohol use between men and women is getting smaller, according to researchers at the University of Agder.
Jun 20, 2023
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Social isolation linked to reduced bone quality in males, mouse study finds
Social isolation may negatively impact bone health, suggests a study conducted in mice being presented Sunday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.
Jun 18, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Need a mental health day but worried about admitting it? You're not alone
There are days when it's hard to face work, even when you aren't physically sick. Should you take a day off for your mental health? If you do, should you be honest about it when informing your manager?
Jun 12, 2023
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Reducing dementia risks
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has been diagnosed with dementia. A family statement, posted on The Carter Center website, says that she continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains, Georgia, ...
Jun 6, 2023
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How can men and boys combat social isolation? Experts provide tips
With loneliness and social isolation becoming a crisis in America, particularly among boys and men, more is being done to address the problems as they become more acute.
Jun 2, 2023
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