049_ Loneliness

That awful feeling of isolation, disconnection, of feeling terribly alone can come whether or not we are in physical proximity to other people. We all struggle with loneliness in different ways. The causes are many, and current statistics indicate the numbers of people who struggle with loneliness has grown significantly, causing some to express loneliness as a growing public health concern. Just which demographics are the loneliness? What are the implications to physical health and social relationships? Today's episode will answer these questions and look at what's suggested what is actually helping those struggling with loneliness.