Making Staci and Ashley - The Podcast

Episode 6: Are You Lonely?

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We're back! We felt pretty lonely without you! Actually loneliness has a strong impact on our mental and physical health. With more people reporting that they are lonelier than ever, we thought we'd dive into this important topic. 

We want to make sure you have some resources if you are feeling lonely:

Stats on Loneliness: YouGov America: Millenials Are the Loneliest Generation

https://today.yougov.com/topics/lifestyle/articles-reports/2019/07/30/loneliness-friendship-new-friends-poll-survey

Mental Health Resources:

  • If you are in the U.S. and have thoughts of harming yourself, dial 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit https://988lifeline.org/
  •  For more information on Mental Health visit https://www.mentalhealthishealth.us/
  • Information from the Centers for Disease Control on loneliness: https://www.cdc.gov/howrightnow/emotion/loneliness/index.html

    • Connection Resources:

    • https://www.volunteermatch.org/- find volunteering opportunities in your community
    • MeetUp.com - find groups in your area based on your interests
    • https://www.aspca.org/adopt-pet - If you have the means and are ready for the commitment, consider adopting or fostering a pet. 

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      Making Staci and Ashley - The PodcastBy Staci McDonald and Ashley Slade