Social connectedness can improve mental health at any age. Socializing can boost belonging, well-being, and sleep. It may also help manage stress hormones, reduce depression risk, and support thinking ...

We hear a lot about how social media is terrible for teenagers’ mental health. A growing number of laws and lawsuits point the finger at social media companies as playing a major role in driving the ...

Two recent studies from the University of Eastern Finland show that social support plays an important role in health and well-being in later life. Having access to adequate social support is ...

"The strongest protective factor against postpartum depressive symptoms was having parental support for girls' education,...[Also] adolescent mothers who had a female friend to confide in experienced ...

Erin Beckham, BA contributed to this post. Erin is a research assistant in the CARE Lab at McLean Hospital. If this past year has taught us anything, it’s the importance of having a strong support ...

With decades of research showcasing the health benefits of a support network, it is clear that social support given to individuals improves their health. Multiple studies show that social support ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. International Advisor, Anna Zanardi covers Social Impact topics. Jun 18, 2024, 11:25am EDT Why should a bank invest in tackling ...

As the national organization representing nearly 50,000 physicians and other health care professionals specializing in cancer treatment, diagnosis, prevention, and research, ASCO supports effective ...