Loneliness is not merely an emotional state; it acts as a physiological stressor that increases risks for heart disease and ...

A new study has found that for older adults receiving in-home care, loneliness doesn’t increase the risk of death. The findings contradict much of the existing research into the link between ...

Loneliness was declared a public health epidemic just two years ago, with then-U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy citing links to increased risk of heart disease, depression, cognitive decline, ...

Chronic loneliness increases the risk of heart disease and dementia by up to 40%. A new exhibition at the Los Angeles Center of Photography, featuring Dr. Jeremy Nobel and artist Lisa McCord, explores ...

Loneliness is not associated with an increased risk for death among older adults receiving home care in three countries, researchers reported. Bonaventure A. Egbujie, MD, PhD In fact, after adjustment ...

Loneliness can cause symptoms of anxiety and depression and can increase our risk of heart disease and dementia. With how connected smart devices have us, loneliness isn't something that comes to the ...

Various reports have linked loneliness to premature death, with some — including the U.S. Surgeon General — suggesting that loneliness is as harmful to one’s health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

Elvis Presley sang it in Heartbreak Hotel and now a top voice in American health says the classic song’s chorus has become an alarming reality: Americans are feeling so lonely, they could die. Vivek ...

Findings seen for both cancer-specific and all-cause mortality. (HealthDay News) — Loneliness and social isolation may be associated with increased mortality in patients with cancer, according to a ...

Data from the National Survey for Wales shows that 13% of people aged 16 and over report feeling lonely. Additional findings ...

Solitude is a chosen, intentional state of being alone that can foster self-reflection and emotional balance. Loneliness, however, is an emotional disconnection arising from a gap between desired and ...