The new handshake in times of social distancing. Source: Linda Bestwick/Shutterstock As a medical doctor, I am acutely aware there are risks and benefits to everything. It may seem obvious to socially ...

Social wellness is your ability to build supportive relationships, connect with others, and create a sense of belonging among peers or a community. Social connection offers various health benefits, ...

Loneliness and social isolation are linked to a heightened risk of death from cancer as well as from all causes among those with the disease, finds a pooled data analysis of the available research ...

Due to changes in their health and social connections, older adults may be at a higher risk of experiencing loneliness and social isolation. However, some strategies can help manage these feelings.

There’s plenty of conversation about physical, mental, and emotional wellness, but what about social health? It’s our ...

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Every day, the senior center at the Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers in Cambridge offers an assortment of activities. About 40 participants play dominoes, color in coloring books and take ...

Participating in social activities can be beneficial as a person ages. These pursuits can help with mental health and maintain overall well-being and independence. There are various types of social ...