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People feel lonelier in crowded cities – but green spaces can help
All of us can probably remember a time when we felt lonely. In the UK, around 45% of people report experiencing loneliness – with 5% of people experiencing severe loneliness. A study reported in The Conversation has found that living in crowded urban areas increases loneliness, but that access to green spaces can help.
Smokers become lonelier than non-smokers as they get older
Smokers may become more socially isolated and lonely than non-smokers as they get older, according to a new study co-led by UCL researchers that suggests the idea of smoking as a sociable pastime may be a myth.
Social wellness over the holidays
Social scientist Kasley Killam of Social Health Labs shares seven research-based tips for looking after your social wellness over the holidays.
Making garden connections
Age Concern Wellington Region (ACWR) and Wellington City Council organised an outing for ACWR participants to visit the Innermost Community Gardens. The sizeable group that turned up shows that interest in gardens is still there among seniors.
What councils are doing to tackle loneliness
As part of our Light up loneliness campaign, the New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness asked local and regional councils about their work to understand and tackle loneliness.
Action for Happiness December 2021 Kindness Calendar
This month's calendar from Action for Happiness suggests ways of showing kindness to others on each day of the month.
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