Tag: loneliness

Study looks at how social isolation transforms the brain

Ashley June 28, 2018 Comments Off

From the California Institute of Technology press release: Chronic social isolation has debilitating effects on mental health in mammals — for example, it is often associated with depression and post-traumatic… Read more »

Study suggests loneliness and lack of empathy may increase likelihood of unethical shopping decisions

Ashley May 29, 2018 Comments Off

From the Binghamton University press release: Lonely consumers are capable of behaving morally, but aren’t motivated to, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York. “Consumers… Read more »

Study suggests poor social skills may be harmful to health

Ashley November 6, 2017 Comments Off

From the University of Arizona press release: Those who struggle in social situations may be at greater risk for mental and physical health problems, according to a new study from… Read more »

Why social isolation can bring a greater risk of illness

Ashley July 14, 2017 Comments Off

From the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine press release: Social isolation has been linked to a wide range of health problems, as well as a shorter lifespan in humans and… Read more »