Tropical climates are the most biodiverse on Earth − but it's not only because of how warm and wet they are
A new study reveals how the geography of global climates influences the rich patterns of species diversity in an ever-changing world.
Sept. 28, 2023 • ~8 min
Curing America's loneliness epidemic would make us healthier, fitter and less likely to abuse drugs
At least half of surveyed US adults experienced loneliness and social isolation.
July 14, 2023 • ~8 min
This course teaches students how to connect with older adults to forge intergenerational bonds and help alleviate loneliness and isolation
Social isolation and loneliness in aging adults have been linked to numerous physical and mental health ailments. Teaching students how to listen deeply to older people can lessen those effects.
Dec. 20, 2022 • ~7 min
Six ways to reduce loneliness this Christmas – from a psychologist
Spending Christmas by yourself can be hard but research shows there are things that should help.
Dec. 19, 2022 • ~6 min
1 in 8 U.S. deaths from 2020 to 2021 came from COVID-19 – leaving millions of relatives reeling from distinctly difficult grief
COVID-19 deaths tend to be more unexpected and traumatic than other types of deaths. A sociologist explains the mental health burdens facing the millions who’ve lost a relative to the coronavirus.
July 11, 2022 • ~5 min
Technology is alienating people - and it's not just those who are older
Think again if you assume only older people are isolated by technology.
June 6, 2022 • ~6 min
Whether you followed lockdown rules may have been influenced by your genetics – new research
If you found the COVID pandemic affected you differently to your friends, it could be down to your DNA.
May 20, 2022 • ~5 min
Farmers are finding a new following on social media – our research suggests it could help with isolation
New research shows using social media can provide a much-needed boost to UK farmers’ wellbeing, connectedness and mental health, and even bank balances.
April 7, 2022 • ~6 min
Clarifying the CDC's COVID-19 quarantine and isolation guidelines – an infectious disease doc looks at the latest research
The CDC’s controversial recommendation changes are based on new studies showing that most omicron transmission takes place within five days of the onset of illness.
March 4, 2022 • ~6 min
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