Men’s retreat program aims to address growing male loneliness Thursday, June 8 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Tucked away from the main roads in Twentynine Palms, California, is a desert oasis. It's at The Campbell House that the palm trees and greenery thrive amid the hot, unrelenting sun. It's also where some 30 men have gathered for a... Read More.
US Surgeon General calls for action regarding the ongoing ‘epidemic of loneliness and isolation’ Tuesday, May 2 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- The U.S. Surgeon General released an advisory on Tuesday calling attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation and lack of connection in the United States.“Lacking connection increases the risk for premature death to more than 60%. Put simply, this... Read More.
As US reels from multiple mass shootings, can loneliness be a trigger for violence? Thursday, January 26 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- There is a loneliness epidemic in the United States -- and it experts told ABC News it may be triggering violence.In California, there have been three shootings in as many days, tied to a perpetrator who may have exhibited signs of... Read More.
Brad Pitt talks quitting smoking, loneliness in candid new interview Wednesday, June 22 by ABC NewsBrad Pitt got candid in an interview for the August issue of GQ.The Oscar winner, 58, opened up about where he sees himself in his career, feelings of loneliness, and how he has put his health first by quitting smoking... Read More.
Elliot Page says ‘But I’m a Cheerleader’ helped him overcome loneliness, shame and self-hatred Tuesday, August 24 by ABC NewsElliot Page says the film But I'm a Cheerleader helped him overcome loneliness, shame and self-hatred. The Umbrella Academy star was honored with Outfest's Achievement Award on Sunday and in his acceptance speech spoke about the importance of representation, especially while growing up, according to
Dying of loneliness: What COVID-19 has taught us about the opioid epidemic Sunday, March 21 by ABC NewsBY: DR. NICHOLAS NISSEN, ABC NEWS (NEW YORK) — Opioid overdoses have been on the rise as the COVID-19 pandemic has taken center stage. Rather than existing separately, there appears to be an interplay between COVID-19 and addictions. Now, experts say the key... Read More.