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One in three Americans reported “serious loneliness”

Loneliness can have profound impacts on our mental and physical health. And the problem can be particularly difficult for older adults. One study found that 

 feel lonely on a regular basis. That can increase their risk of dementia, depression and early death. 

One of the common factors contributing to loneliness among older adults is 

. Studies have linked hearing loss with increased isolation and cognitive decline. 

Guest host Chris Farrell explored the causes of loneliness, how it affects us and what we can do about it. 

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One in three Americans reported “serious loneliness” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation was the main factor, but other things played a part, including aging and the loss or partial loss of our sensory perceptions. Guest host Chris Farrell explored the causes of loneliness, particularly in older people, and what we can do about it.

MPR News with Angela Davis - One in three Americans reported “serious loneliness” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation was the main factor, but other things played a part, including aging and the loss or partial loss of our sensory perceptions. Guest host Chris Farrell explored the causes of loneliness, particularly in older people, and what we can do about it.

How loneliness affects our health — and what we can do

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