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Disconnected: the loneliness epidemic
You may have noticed (and experienced!): We're more digitally connected than ever before, yet more socially disconnected than we've ever been.
I explain why this is, and why former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness an epidemic, highlighting it as a major public health crisis comparable to smoking or obesity, significantly increasing risks for heart disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death. Gulp.
In this episode, I explore:
References:
Dr. Vivek Murthy's book, Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World
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Visit https://clearstem.com/?ref=eubxjtws and use code WHITNEYRICHARDS for 15% off!
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Thank you for listening!
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You may have noticed (and experienced!): We're more digitally connected than ever before, yet more socially disconnected than we've ever been.
I explain why this is, and why former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness an epidemic, highlighting it as a major public health crisis comparable to smoking or obesity, significantly increasing risks for heart disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death. Gulp.
In this episode, I explore:
References:
Dr. Vivek Murthy's book, Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World
Visit https://potatoprincesses.com/ and use “TheNativist” for 10% off
Visit https://clearstem.com/?ref=eubxjtws and use code WHITNEYRICHARDS for 15% off!
Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram @the_nativist
Thank you for listening!