PSYCHOLOGY TODAY
400 Friends but Who Can I Call?
Val is a contributing blogger for Psychology Today. Her most recent posts:
The Loneliness of Unshareable Grief
One of the greatest causes of loneliness is grieving something that no one seems to understand or appreciate.
The Fear of Not Measuring Up (in Times of Social Distancing)
In these uncertain times, could our fear of social judgment be making us more lonely?
Breaking Out of Loneliness by Volunteering
If our friends are the families we choose, our volunteer site can be the community we choose.
Are You Judgmental of Lonely People? A Self-Test
Social stigma and stereotypes about lonely people might affect our attitudes towards others as well as ourselves when we feel lonely.
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Brave New Normal: Keeping Conversations Vital in Healthcare
Robyn Houston Bean telling her story for families facing the opioid crisis.