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“The social impact of loneliness can also not be ignored. Feeling isolated from others can lead to an increased risk of developing mental health conditions like depression.” Type 2 diabetes
Social isolation and loneliness in older adults is associated with an increased risk for poor mental and physical health and increased mortality. [ 66 ] [ 67 ] There is an increased risk for early mortality in individuals experiencing social isolation compared to those who are not socially isolated. [ 68 ]
Geriatric psychology began in 1978 with a spike in interest in mental health and the effects of aging. There was a slow increase in the number of aging adults in the U.S. population. There was a small group of 11 people who met together to talk about late-life mental health needs and the field of geriatrics.
The effect of loneliness on health drove the WHO last week to announce its plans to launch a commission with a diverse set of health leaders to combat social isolation.
A growing number of older adults in the United States are experiencing loneliness due to a lack of connection with others, which poses a significant threat to their health. This is especially true ...
Social isolation aggravates pre-existing mental health issues and adds to feelings of loneliness. [14] April 2020: Research indicates a sharp increase in mental health problems, including a considerable rise in feelings of anxiety and sadness on a global scale. [15] As more individuals look for help, the need for mental health services rises. [15]
Every generation views their health and wellness differently. For older Americans, mental health diagnoses are becoming more prevalent. Between 2019 and 2023, the 65+ age group collectively ...
The loneliness epidemic is an ongoing trend of loneliness and social isolation experienced by people across the globe. [1] [2] The uptick may have begun in the 2010s and was exacerbated by the isolating effects of social distancing, stay-at-home orders, and deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic. [1] [3]