Loneliness may steal nearly 6 years of good health
A large study suggests loneliness and social isolation can cost people years of healthy life, especially when it comes to mental health.
According to ScienceDaily, a large study suggests loneliness and social isolation can cost people years of healthy life, especially when it comes to mental health.
Men experiencing both lost about 5.8 years free from depression and anxiety, while women lost roughly 3.7 years.
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