Prof. Dannii Yuen-Lan Yeung & Dr. Da Jiang discuss the benefits of a volunteering intervention in mitigating loneliness in older volunteers. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhl/article/PIIS2666-7568(24)00190-9/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_lanhl Continue this conversation on social! Follow us today at... ht ... Show More
Apr 2023
Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad on Navigating Isolation, Loneliness, and Health EP 282
Isolation and loneliness are often interchangeable, but is one more important than the other? My guest today, Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, reveals that both are essential to our health and well-being and can increase the risk of premature mortality. But what happens when one is sur ... Show More
50m 19s
Jun 2025
Why Modern Life Doesn't Make Us Happy, and How to Fix It with Dr. William von Hippel
Life today is safer and more comfortable than ever before, so why do so many people feel unhappy, lonely, and anxious? Forrest talks with evolutionary psychologist Dr. William von Hippel about this paradox in light of our two core needs: autonomy and connection. He argues that mo ... Show More
1h 29m
Sep 2023
Loneliness Across the Globe: A Life-Span Approach
Did you know that loneliness is different from social isolation? Psychologists define loneliness as a subjective concept which is related to one’s own expectations. In this episode, Under the Cortex hosts Samia Akther Khan, PhD candidate from King’s College London, whose research ... Show More
16m 26s
Jul 2024
3257: Are You Lonely by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress on Mental Health & Wellbeing
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Episode 3257:
Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui reflects on her experiences with loneliness as an introvert. She discusses how loneliness ... Show More
9m 34s
Sep 2023
S4 EP12: Volunteering at NSFT
<p>Today we're joined by Sarah and Andrea who share a bit about some of the volunteering roles at NSFT, registering your interest for volunteering roles, the support available to our volunteers, why people volunteer a bit more about the volunteering process and more!</p><p> ... Show More
20m 14s
Sep 2023
267 - Bridging the Gaps Between Activism, Vulnerability, & Mental Health
Social activism is hard and often thankless work. However, the small and big wins feel monumental and make the journey toward gaining equity and fair treatment worth it. Felicia A. Henry, LMSW, a social worker and PhD candidate with a focus on race, gender, carceral, and social v ... Show More
45m 47s