45 stories tagged #loneliness

  1. Loneliness Outpaces Isolation as Dementia and Death Predictor
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    Loneliness Outpaces Isolation as Dementia and Death Predictor

    A landmark analysis reveals that the subjective feeling of loneliness is a stronger predictor of cognitive decline and mortality in older adults than objective social isolation.

    last wk. 1 min read
  2. Neuroscientists Hunt for the Cellular Substrate of Loneliness
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    Neuroscientists Hunt for the Cellular Substrate of Loneliness

    Researchers are identifying the biological mechanisms of loneliness by observing social reconnection behaviors in isolated mice, aiming to map the cellular basis of human isolation.

    last wk. 1 min read
  3. The Quiet Strength of Those Who Don't Post on Social Media
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    The Quiet Strength of Those Who Don't Post on Social Media

    A nuanced look at why some people refrain from posting and seeking reassurance, challenging assumptions about detachment.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. The Real Source of Loneliness: When You Can't Say What Matters
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    The Real Source of Loneliness: When You Can't Say What Matters

    Carl Jung's insight: Loneliness isn't about being alone, but being unable to share what's truly important to you. Understanding the hidden disconnect.

    last mo. 2 min read
  5. Why Being Surrounded by Family Can Feel More Lonely Than Being Alone
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    Why Being Surrounded by Family Can Feel More Lonely Than Being Alone

    The cruelest loneliness isn't solitude; it's being unseen by those who've known you for decades. How to break free from outdated portraits.

    last mo. 3 min read
  6. The Hidden Loneliness of Being Surrounded by Family That Doesn't See You
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    The Hidden Loneliness of Being Surrounded by Family That Doesn't See You

    Why being loved but not known by family is lonelier than being alone, and what to do about it.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. The Silent Exhaustion: Loneliness in Long Marriages
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    The Silent Exhaustion: Loneliness in Long Marriages

    Discover the subtle yet profound loneliness that arises in long marriages due to a decline in mutual curiosity, impacting emotional intimacy and connection.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  8. The Paradox of Loneliness: Sensitivity as a Path to Connection
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    The Paradox of Loneliness: Sensitivity as a Path to Connection

    Renowned psychologist Carl Jung's insight into loneliness reveals a profound paradox: the more isolated we feel, the more we crave connection, yet the harder it becomes to reach out. This article explores overcoming loneliness through self-companioning.

    2mo ago 1 min read