City A.M.: Female entrepreneurs favour human connection as many see isolation a challenge
Female founders and entrepreneurs have highlighted human connection as critical in building their business, as many still feel the challenge of isolation and loneliness. Nearly 80 per cent of female ...
MSN: From isolation to connection: The viral Friendsmas invitation that transformed a Joburg woman's life in Cape Town
From isolation to connection: The viral Friendsmas invitation that transformed a Joburg woman's life in Cape Town
Pensacola News Journal: Foundation for Social Connection Releases First US Social Isolation, Loneliness, & Connection Ecosystem Map and Report
Foundation for Social Connection Releases First US Social Isolation, Loneliness, & Connection Ecosystem Map and Report
The COVID-19 pandemic caused loneliness and isolation to deepen the lack of connection. During the pandemic, many people isolated, began working from home, endured lockdowns and shelter-in-place orders, and didn't spend time with friends and family as usual. Many people who were living a relatively solitary lifestyle saw their loneliness intensify.
Dogs promote social connection Owning a dog has been linked to better mental health and a lower perception of social isolation, which can reduce the risk of heart attacks and cognitive issues. Being socially isolated is a strong risk factor for worse health outcomes and premature death.
By nature, humans aren't solitary creatures. They thrive through connecting with others, which typically happens without much thought or effort. But the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to isolation and hefty doses of anxiety and uncertainty, has led many to question their ability to make these essential connections. In a recent advisory, the U.S. surgeon general recognized that people are ...