Key points COVID-19 isolation has contributed to an increase in eating disorder symptoms. Social isolation during COVID-19 confinement can contribute to increased anxiety and depression. Some eating ...

Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a type of talk therapy that emphasizes the importance of healthy relationships in promoting mental health and well-being. Although developed to treat depression, it’s ...

Loneliness and social isolation among community-dwelling older adults are complex issues with the ability to affect physical, mental and social well-being. To support older adults, approaches must ...

Most individuals who suffer from symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD) suffer from significant fear of abandonment. This often causes them to be clingy and possessive in intimate ...

Social isolation and loneliness are linked to increased risks for coronary heart disease and heart failure, affecting ...

OCD can have a significant impact on relationships and other aspects of daily life. Individuals may experience isolation and have reduced opportunities for social connection due to symptoms. Obsessive ...

Older adults who are socially isolated and digitally excluded experienced a 60% higher risk of depression, according to a January study published in Medicine. Additionally, physical function outcomes ...