https://www.google.com/amp/s/news.y...als-facing-loneliness-epidemic-150258087.html
Loneliness has reached “epidemic” levels in recent years. The issue is especially pronounced in younger generations. In a recent study, 30 percent of U.S. millennials said they always or often feel lonely and 22 percent said they have “no friends.” Loneliness may be even more pervasive among members of Gen Z.
It’s not just an American problem. In Japan, as many as half a million people live in social isolation. One in five Canadians identifies as lonely. The British government recently appointed a minister for loneliness to combat the issue.
The toll that loneliness takes goes beyond just emotional well-being. It is associated with higher blood pressure and heart disease. Loneliness has been shown to have a health impact similar to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. It has also been seen as a possible cause of antisocial behavior and even, by some, as a factor in mass shootings.
We aren't alone boyos. This is really sad tbh.
Loneliness has reached “epidemic” levels in recent years. The issue is especially pronounced in younger generations. In a recent study, 30 percent of U.S. millennials said they always or often feel lonely and 22 percent said they have “no friends.” Loneliness may be even more pervasive among members of Gen Z.
It’s not just an American problem. In Japan, as many as half a million people live in social isolation. One in five Canadians identifies as lonely. The British government recently appointed a minister for loneliness to combat the issue.
The toll that loneliness takes goes beyond just emotional well-being. It is associated with higher blood pressure and heart disease. Loneliness has been shown to have a health impact similar to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. It has also been seen as a possible cause of antisocial behavior and even, by some, as a factor in mass shootings.
We aren't alone boyos. This is really sad tbh.
