14,000-person Meta-Gallup study across 7 countries reveals nearly half experience loneliness, with India having the highest levels; loneliness significantly impacts physical and mental health.

400-character summary: A Meta-Gallup study of 14,000 people across 7 countries found nearly half reported some degree of loneliness, with India experiencing the highest levels. Loneliness has severe impacts on physical and mental health, including depression, dementia, cardiovascular diseases, and early death. The World Health Organization launched a Commission on Social Connection to address this health threat, which exacerbated during the pandemic.

July 15, 2024
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