US trends in social isolation, social engagement, and companionship ⎯ nationally and by age, sex, race/ethnicity, family income, and work hours, 2003–2020

Social connectedness is essential for health and longevity, while isolation exacts a heavy toll on individuals and society. We present U.S. social connectedness magnitudes and trends as target phenomena to inform calls for policy-based approaches to promote social health. Using the 2003–2020 America...

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Main Authors: Viji Diane Kannan, Peter J. Veazie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-03-01
Series:SSM: Population Health
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235282732200310X