Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World

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Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek H. Murthy, interweaves scientific research and anecdotes to demonstrate that loneliness is detrimental to mental and physical health and that human connection is key to physical and mental well-being, especially in the digital age. Murthy explains the evolutionary and cultural aspects of loneliness and offers tools for building and maintaining meaningful social connections. The book addresses depression, anxiety, suicide, self-harm, addiction, violence, and other public health concerns.