‘Social connection’ prescriptions for older adults expand across Manitoba
In Manitoba, social prescriptions aimed at combating isolation among older adults are gaining popularity, with community activities like chair yoga providing vital socialization opportunities.
Unprecedented Footage of Everyday Life in North Korea - 'Everything Looks Like a Movie Shoot!'
Recent viral videos purportedly showing daily life in North Korean cities have emerged, providing a rare glimpse into a country known for its extreme isolation and strict control.
Volunteers are still listening to more and more worries – Vasa resident Hanna Niskanen remembers a phone call that moved her to tears
A shortage of volunteers has led to many calls to helplines going unanswered, with Hanna Niskanen of Vasa recalling a particularly moving interaction she had while volunteering.
Disconnected from the World
The article discusses societal isolation due to technology, reflecting on personal experiences and societal changes in communication.
From 'Empty Overachievers' to Recluse and Isolated Youth
The article discusses the impact of social and cultural systems on the well-being of overachievers and isolated youth in America through the lens of two recent books.
In the Era of Forced Growth, 'Hiding' is Another Political Act
The article discusses the plight and societal perceptions of isolated youth in South Korea, as articulated by a young individual named 'Oe' involved in a support community.
Jenni, 27, decided to give up a career that many young people dream of above all
Jenni Tuominen, a 27-year-old entrepreneur, decided to abandon her successful career in social media content creation, finding the entrepreneurial life more isolating than she anticipated.
The Trap of Two Hours a Day. The More Social Media, the Greater the Loneliness?
A study reveals that over half of American college students aged 18-24 feel lonely, highlighting a connection between social media use and feelings of isolation.
The man who live-streams his 'year of isolation' 24 hours a day to improve his health: 'There is no escape'
Skip Boyce, a 49-year-old American, has decided to spend 365 days in isolation to improve his health, documenting the experience live on social media.
Shock in the Apartment Building: The Bailiff Who Went to Collect Debt Found a Mummified Man in the Apartment
A bailiff in Poznań, Poland, discovered a mummified man in an apartment while investigating debts, revealing that neighbors had not seen him for years.
Loneliness and Stress: The Pandemic of Modern Times
The article discusses how modern technology, while providing access to information, has increased feelings of loneliness and isolation among individuals.
Living with Pets: Five Health Benefits for Seniors Explained by Experts
Experts outline five significant health benefits for seniors who live with pets, highlighting their positive impact on emotional well-being and social isolation.
English Heritage launches ‘bonding benches’ to tackle parental isolation
English Heritage is introducing 'bonding benches' at its sites to help combat parental isolation by encouraging conversations among parents.
When Loneliness Becomes a Disease: How Isolation Harms Our Health Without Us Noticing?
The article discusses the alarming health effects of loneliness, supported by research indicating that strong social connections are vital for well-being.
The demise of the French ‘tabac’: How bar closures are fuelling Le Pen’s far right
The closures of traditional French bars-tabacs are contributing to a rise in support for the far-right National Rally party by causing social isolation in communities.
‘I’ve lost my friends’: advocacy groups warn Australia’s social media ban risks isolating kids with disabilities
Advocacy groups warn that Australia's new social media restrictions may lead to increased isolation for children with disabilities, as illustrated by the experience of a 14-year-old autistic girl who found community and safety online.
The Supreme Court Draws Boundaries for Jehovah's Witnesses
Norwegian Supreme Court rules on the case of Jehovah's Witnesses fighting for state support amidst claims of social isolation for those who leave the faith.
See 6 tips for finding friends and maintaining connections in adulthood
The article provides strategies for adults to find and maintain friendships amid growing feelings of loneliness and isolation.
The call that breaks isolation: volunteers from Ejea, in Zaragoza, combat unwanted loneliness with mobile phones
In Ejea, Zaragoza, volunteers use mobile phones to combat unwanted loneliness among the elderly and isolated individuals in their community.
Living Behind Walls.. How Gated Cities Fragment Our Communities
The article discusses how gated cities, designed for the wealthy, create isolation and division within communities, leading to a negative impact on belonging and citizenship.
Carolina Marín Leaves Social Media to Care for Her Mental Health: 'I Have Collapsed, I Need to Isolate Myself and Really Think About Me'
Spanish badminton player Carolina Marín, an Olympic champion and three-time world champion, announced her decision to leave social media for her mental health after feeling overwhelmed.
Association for those affected by poverty: Running against isolation
A Freiburg-based association offers targeted sports activities for people living in poverty, aiming to combat social isolation through solidarity-based structures.
Stress, depression or social isolation: the other consequences of hearing loss
Hearing loss significantly affects daily life, contributing to stress, depression, and social isolation for approximately 1.23 million people in Spain.