Our own family-and-friend groups can strongly should us: how often we “should” be together, what we “should” do in that time, and even what we “should” or “shouldn’t” do or talk about when we’re ...

As I have written about in a previous column [i], anyone who has found themselves suddenly single for the holidays has experienced the social and emotional challenges of unexpectedly facing a season ...

With the colder weather setting in, it may be tempting to hunker down indoors. But after a while, that can take a toll on your mental health. That’s why it’s important to keep doing things with loved ...

Dear Annie: My mother died when I was 5, and I grew up in a very abusive childhood — abuse in every sense of the word. I’m still traumatized over my childhood and I am now 65. I ended up in what I ...

Leadership is often portrayed as a solo endeavor, but the reality is far more complex. Many CEOs experience a deep sense of isolation, which can impact their decision-making, resilience and overall ...

Elise Plessis hasn't been in a long-term relationship for 26 years. It's by choice, yet she still suffers FOMO when Valentine's Day rolls around. "I'm the singleton of the family and the friend group, ...

Older adults who are socially isolated and digitally excluded experienced a 60% higher risk of depression, according to a January study published in Medicine. Additionally, physical function outcomes ...

Every college cheers its students, wishing them a successful journey from start to finish. While many colleges make efforts to improve student success, such as offering advising services or fun ...

One of the common but neglected aspects of senior care is loneliness While medical care is largely taken care of social ...