HOUSTON — Social health is an often-overlooked component of overall wellness, but medical experts say spending time with others is just as important as physical and mental health care. Dr. Andrea ...

In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General declared a loneliness epidemic, and a recent poll from the American Psychiatric Association revealed that one in three Americans feel lonely at least once a week. For ...

We asked our in-house editorial team at Healthline to share their tips for building and maintaining social connections during winter. These weather-friendly approaches offer simple ways to socialize, ...

Social media has transformed the way we connect, communicate, and consume information. Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok are deeply integrated into daily life especially for ...

Recently, the World Health Organization launched a flagship report declaring social connections a global public health priority. This is a monumental step in elevating the importance of social ...

A new study from the University of Georgia and Brigham Young University demonstrates how attending live events can help combat loneliness and build social connections. The research, forthcoming in the ...

Despite mounting evidence that social connection is vital to physical health, new Brigham Young University research shows most people, including doctors, still underestimate its importance. Research ...

When times are tough, whom can you count on to have your back? Do you turn to your best friend because they provide great encouragement or a trusted Family member who always offers a safe space? If so ...

New BYU study reveals that both the public and healthcare providers often overlook social connection as a key factor in physical health, even though loneliness rivals smoking and obesity in health ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. For people with Crohn’s disease—a chronic inflammatory ...

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or a family dinner with that nosy aunt who never fails to ask about your love life, the pressure to be with a special someone can trigger a healthy dose of dating anxiety.

In today s digital age, social media has become an indispensable part of everyday life. From sharing moments with friends and family to building professional networks, social media platforms offer ...