Isolation is not our normal state. That fact has become abundantly clear these past few months as we have been relegated to socializing less frequently and using virtual means when we do. And while ...

A survey study of more than 192,000 people across the nation released Wednesday found an association between greater levels of depression and social isolation during the COVID-19 shutdown, a finding ...

Vision impairment is associated with increased risks for social isolation and symptoms of depression and anxiety among older adults in the United States, new research showed. Researchers analyzed data ...

Older adults with vision impairments may be more likely to experience depression, anxiety and social isolation — issues that they may already face due to advanced age — a new study finds. The report ...

Why your brain craves connection—and what happens without it Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD Spending too much time alone can make even basic social interactions feel awkward or even exhausting.

The disruption in daily routines and lockdown-induced isolation had a higher impact in older women who are biologically young ...

Q: My husband had a stroke at work last spring. His colleagues recognized the symptoms and called 911 right away. He spent time in the hospital and is doing physical therapy. He’s a lot better ...

Stress definitely leads to anxiety just like isolation makes way for depression.Psychological and social experiences shape ...

Dear Doctors: My husband had a stroke at work last spring. His colleagues recognized the symptoms and called 911 right away. He spent time in the hospital and is doing physical therapy. He’s a lot ...

We all go through rough patches that leave us feeling sad, frustrated, and overwhelmed. In fact, the phrase “I’m really depressed today,” has become a widely accepted part of everyday vernacular. That ...

Dear Doctors: My husband had a stroke at work last spring. His colleagues recognized the symptoms and called 911 right away. He spent time in the hospital and is doing physical therapy. He’s a lot ...