THE LONELINESS EPIDEMIC AND MENTAL HEALTH VIA ZOOM

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Health & Wellness

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Adults
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THE LONELINESS EPIDEMIC AND MENTAL HEALTH VIA ZOOM
Thursday, April 18, 12:00pm
Registration required.
The prevalence of loneliness and isolation today is a great threat to the health and well-being of our society. Social disconnection is associated with greater risks of cardiovascular disease, dementia, depression, anxiety and a host of other diseases. Dr. Amanda Mackillop, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will discuss how loneliness impacts both us personally, and our collective well-being. She will talk about the steps we can take both within our personal lives, and within our community, to achieve emotional well-being.