A New Study Shows Good Friends Make You Healthier (and Live Longer): How Loneliness Impacts Physical and Mental Health

A major new study suggests feeling lonely or socially isolated can cut years of healthy life, especially in terms of mental health.

EXPERT OPINION BY JEFF HADEN @JEFF_HADEN

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You’ve probably aware of research that shows loneliness and social isolation are linked to higher risks of mortality. For example, the the 2005 Australian Longitudinal Study of Aging found that close relationships with children and other relatives have very little impact on how long you live, but........

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