Evidence
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7 blocks
Reset filtersASocial Wellness · concept
Social Isolation and Physical Health
Having few social contacts (isolation) is objectively linked to higher risk of heart disease, stroke, and early death.
Distinguish isolation (structural) from loneliness (subjective)Motivate maintaining a base level of social contact
beta · evidence developing
ASocial Wellness · concept
Understanding Loneliness and Its Effects on Health
Loneliness, the gap between the connection you want and what you have, is linked to worse mental and physical health.
Recognize loneliness as a normal, addressable signalReduce stigma around feeling lonely
beta · evidence developing
ASocial Wellness · concept
Why Social Connection Affects How Long and How Well We Live
Strong social relationships are linked to lower risk of early death, on a scale comparable to other major health factors.
Understand why relationships matter for long-term healthMotivate investment in social connection
beta · evidence developing
BSocial Wellness · concept
Belonging Is the Active Ingredient
What makes group activities work for loneliness is coming to see yourself as part of the group, not the activity itself.
Choose social activities for belonging rather than for noveltyUnderstand why some group activities help and others do not
beta · evidence developing
BSocial Wellness · concept
Quality vs. Quantity of Relationships
A few close, dependable relationships often matter more for well-being than a large number of contacts.
Prioritize deepening key relationships over collecting contactsAudit relationship quality
beta · evidence developing
BSocial Wellness · concept
Social Engagement and Brain Health
Staying socially engaged is associated with slower cognitive decline as we age.
Sustain social activity as part of healthy agingMotivate lifelong social engagement
beta · evidence developing
BSocial Wellness · concept
The Different Kinds of Social Support
Support comes in forms, emotional, informational, and practical, and each plays a different role in well-being.
Identify which kinds of support you have and lackAsk for the right kind of support
beta · evidence developing