HOUSTON — Social health is an often-overlooked component of overall wellness, but medical experts say spending time with others is just as important as physical and mental health care. Dr. Andrea ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to a senior who wants to make social connections but is dependent on ...

This is Part 1 of a series. Recently, the World Health Organization launched a flagship report declaring social connections a global public health priority. This is a monumental step in elevating the ...

In December, Ryan Brazil and her fourth- and fifth-grade class at Love Elementary continued their Happiness Project with a ...

Imagine finding out your friends hosted a dinner party and didn't invite you, or that you were passed over for a job you were excited about. These moments hurt, and people often describe rejection in ...

Social connection, support, and interaction are incredibly important, according to a study from World Psychiatry — not just for relationship well-being, but also for mental and physical health. These ...

Dear Eric: I am a 70-year-old woman who has a wonderful husband. I have some health issues, including cognitive impairment. For this reason, I do not drive, and I depend on my husband for all shopping ...

Social Connection, Isolation, and Loneliness in Rutland County: A Landscape Analysis. Three years in the making, and authored by Founder Jeanette ...

A new study from the University of Georgia and Brigham Young University demonstrates how attending live events can help combat loneliness and build social connections. The research, forthcoming in the ...