Social isolation during the pandemic can have surprising effects on the brain. Research suggests our social skills may be suffering. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience Stephanie Cacioppo about how and why this is happening.
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May 2020
Dr Stephanie Cacioppo | What Our Loneliness Is Trying to Tell Us
With social distancing in place around the globe, it might seem as though loneliness is the new normal. But there’s a big difference between being lonely and just being alone, says Stephanie Cacioppo, PhD, often cited as the world’s leading expert on the emotion. On this episode ... Show More
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Practicing Solitude Transformed My Relationships With Andy Puddicombe
Even if quarantining alone, distractions like Zoom calls, TV binge-watching, and nonstop news can pull us away from ourselves. Taking time for solitude helps us reconnect, making us better for both ourselves and those around us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f ... Show More
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Apr 2020
How can we feel less alone during — and after — COVID-19?
Long before the coronavirus upended our lives and distanced ourselves from our jobs, routines, and loved ones, loneliness was already considered a widespread issue. But now, whether you're living alone or surrounded by people, that feeling of loneliness is probably more profound ... Show More
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Mar 2021
How does loneliness effect the brain?
Loneliness affects between 10 and 20% of the population. It is known that loneliness can promote depression, lower the immune system, and even effect development. In order to measure the effects of loneliness on the brain’s mechanisms, a study was carried out using data from an E ... Show More
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