092 - Loneliness Is a Public Health Issue—COVID-19 Doesn’t Have to Make It Worse
The science behind loneliness shows that it’s common and has significant impacts on physical, mental, and emotional health. The unusual and socially isolating circumstances of COVID-19 are exacerbating this issue and could lead to a “social recession.” Former Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy talks with guest host Colleen Barry about how COVID-19 is affecting our social health, how to protect ourselves from the deleterious effects of technology, and what we can do to promote a “social revival” and connect in a time of distancing.