How Social Isolation Affects the Brain

Absence of human contact is associated with declines in cognitive function. But as the COVID-19 pandemic brings concerns about the potential harms of isolation to the fore, researchers are still hunting for concrete evidence of a causal role as well as possible mechanisms.

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How Social Isolation Affects the Brain

Social Isolation Impact on Cognitive Health

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How Social Isolation Affects the Brain

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