The Role of Social Connections in Mental Health
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The Role of Social Connections in Mental Health
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Social connections play a crucial role in maintaining mental health and overall well-being. Numerous studies have consistently shown that strong social support and a sense of connectedness positively impact mental health.
People with robust social connections are more likely to experience various health benefits. These include maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI), controlling blood sugar levels, improving cancer survival rates, reducing cardiovascular mortality, alleviating depressive symptoms, mitigating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, and enhancing overall mental health.
Conversely, social isolation can have detrimental effects on both mental and physical health. It has been linked to an increased risk of developing depressive symptoms, as well as higher mortality rates.