How the COVID-19 pandemic is focusing attention on loneliness and social isolation
The effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic upon human health, economic activity and social engagement have been swift and far reaching. Emerging evidence shows that the pandemic has had dramatic mental health impacts, bringing about increased anxiety and greater social isolation...
Main Authors: | Ben J Smith, Michelle H Lim |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Sax Institute
2020-06-01
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Series: | Public Health Research & Practice |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.17061/phrp3022008 |
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