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Crisis of Loneliness and Social Disconnection in Young People 18-34 Evidence consistently shows that social connection has declined and loneliness has increased in the United States for many years [2], with changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating those trends [3]. Such troubling patterns and the associated risks are … Read more

Background on Volunteering and Loneliness We have long known that volunteering is an antidote to loneliness.  Recent scientific studies are refining our understanding in order to maximize the utility of volunteering.  They are exploring the who (children, parents, spouse, grandparents) what (caregiving vs. charity), where (high or low infrastructure), how … Read more