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In contemporary American society, a silent epidemic looms large, affecting individuals across all walks of life. Loneliness, characterized by feelings of isolation and disconnection from others, has …

A look at the importance of positive psychology.

The coronavirus hit amid an explosion of research into the negative consequences of social isolation.

Between your 40s and 60s, loneliness can appear amid a sense of general dissatisfaction with life. Understanding it, and combating it, go hand in hand

Every December, my wife and I do some preliminary tax planning by reviewing our charitable giving for the year. We are split on our views of giving. What is your perspective on this question: do you think we can ever be too generous?

An epidemic of loneliness is sweeping the western world. What is going on? And what can be done?

The break up of a relationship, coupled with a job crisis last year, caused Fiona to plunge into an abyss of loneliness she felt she might never climb out of.

Surveys show about one in 10 Canadians are often or always lonely, Thomas Froese writes.

A lack of social connections can spark inflammation and changes in the immune system, so lonely people are far more likely to die prematurely.