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“Feeling lonely can pose a bigger risk for premature death than smoking or obesity”
(Holt-Lunstad, 2010).

Loneliness can be associated with poorer cardiovascular health and, in old age, a faster rate of cognitive decline and dementia. Loneliness has become a health issue.

The two age groups most affected by this may surprise you.

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