Why Even Your Closest Relationships Can Feel 'Lonely' In Midlife

Summary

You’ve probably heard that loneliness isn’t especially good for us. Social isolation has been linked to a greater likelihood of developing dementia , mental health issues , and even stroke (though it might not be as terrible for Alzheimer’s risk as we previously thought). Being on your own may still have negative effects even if you don’t “feel” lonely, the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention says on its site. And on the flip side, people with lots of close friends and family can see themselves as being alone, too. But what exactly is it about relationships that can make us feel…

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