A Hebrew SeniorLife study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society provides a framework to better understand risk
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Social isolation can be deadly for older adults
Socially isolated older adults who enter intensive care units (ICUs) are more likely to die and are at increased risk
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New study examines social network’s relation to binge drinking among adults
For some people, social gatherings can be a time to imbibe. And for some, that can turn into a time
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Bursting social bubbles after COVID-19 will make cities happier and healthier again
The public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic introduced the idea of bubbles to our social lives. British Columbia restricted
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Too much social media can be harmful, but it’s not addictive like drugs
If you spend hours of the day on your phone checking social media, you’re not unusual. The average internet user
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A personal benefit of social distancing: lower odds of getting COVID-19
Considering the greater good by social distancing during a pandemic turns out to have an attractive personal benefit: A new
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Why tweens need more emotional support to deal with social media
Many eight- to 12-year-olds are now heavy users of social media such as Instagram and Snapchat—even though most platforms require
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Social, behavioral modifications can be positive trigger to mitigating gun violence
Large-scale behavior change is a critical component when it comes to mitigating the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. But, as
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Study suggests greater social support linked to lower diabetes distress
New research reveals a perceived lack of support from family and friends affects a patient’s ability to manage type 2
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Staying Social Can Boost Healthy ‘Gray Matter’ in Aging Brains
MONDAY, Oct. 19, 2020 — Older adults who get together with friends, volunteer or go to classes have healthier brains,
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