The Brain Science of Gratitude, Memory, and Human Connection

We are more connected than ever, yet more people report feeling lonely than at any other point in history. Loneliness is not just an emotional experience. It is a serious health risk. Research shows that social isolation can increase your risk of premature death as much as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. It has been linked to heart disease, anxiety, depression, memory loss, and even dementia.…