Episode 27: From Isolation to Connection: Navigating Loneliness and Depression (Rebroadcast)
In a world where loneliness is on the rise, join host Eric Osterlind and guest co-host Pinky Virani on the Stuck Brain podcast as they delve into the causes, consequences, and strategies to combat loneliness.
Loneliness has been increasing in society over the last few decades, and this podcast episode dives deep into the topic with two psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners. But as they discuss the consequences of chronic loneliness and ways to combat it, they uncover a connection to social media that may be causing more harm than help.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Differentiate between the psychological states of loneliness, social isolation, and depression and their specific repercussions.
Engage in proactive solutions to overcome loneliness by investing in significant relationships.
Acknowledge the increased prevalence of loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic, and discover new ways to stay connected in the remote work landscape.
Prioritize a balanced work-life dynamic by preserving distinct boundaries between work and personal life.
Confront the misconceptions surrounding loneliness, and scrutinize the role social media plays in shaping our sense of connection.
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Resources:
https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/social-isolation-loneliness-older-people-pose-health-risks
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(18)30142-9/fulltext
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4391342/
The key moments in this episode are:
00:01:03 - Loneliness on the Rise,
00:03:28 - Consequences of Loneliness,
00:06:12 - Fight or Flight Response,
00:09:51 - Quality of Relationships,
00:11:40 - Social Media and Loneliness,
00:15:44 - Combating loneliness,
00:17:00 - Therapy for loneliness,
00:21:10 - Loneliness in the workplace,
00:23:01 - Reaching out for help.
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