Monthly Archives: January 2021

Another Disease Called Loneliness

In a Scientific American article, researchers discuss the effects that social isolation has had on the population. Statistics suggest that even prior to the pandemic, poor social health was an issue for many people, with 79 percent of Gen Zers, 71 percent of millennials and 50 percent of baby boomers reporting a feeling of loneliness. …

Insomnia: Restoring Restful Sleep

For many people, sleep is an elusive thing. This Harvard Medical School paper goes through the science of normal sleep and then dives into the body’s internal clock and insomnia. About 10% of American adults experience chronic insomnia and experience not only restless nights but also dangerous daytime symptoms: drowsiness, impaired concentration, and depression. The …