Is Loneliness Bad For Your Health?
Loneliness Can Sabotage Your Health, but It's Never Too Late to Make New Connections
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Perhaps it's been a while since you've seen some of your old friends. Did a romantic relationship pull you away from your inner circle? Maybe you moved for a job and fell out of touch with your old pals. Whatever the case, Dr. Gilliland recommends using social media to reconnect with people with whom you were once close. "That is definitely one of the benefits of social media," he said.
Try reaching out on Facebook, Instagram, or even text. If you've moved far away, use FaceTime and set up recurring dates with those you miss.