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Taking steps to be less lonely
In a blog for Pyschology Today, Karyn Hall Ph.D. writes about how first steps to overcoming discomfort with being around others that can perpetuate loneliness.
A US survey suggests that men have fewer friends than ever before
In an interview with Seven Sharp, psychologist Dougal Sutherland discusses a US study finding that men have fewer friends than they used to have, and suggests ways that men can find and develop new friendships.
Elder abuse rising in Indian/South Asian community, case numbers double in past year
Shanti Niwas Charitable Trust general manager Nilima Venkat talks about rising levels of elder abuse in the South Asian community, and the many services that Shanti Niwas provides to support older people.
People’s odds of loneliness could fall by up to half if cities hit 30% green space targets
Australian researchers have found that neighbourhoods with more green spaces lower the odds of becoming lonely.
Loneliness rising among new migrants in New Zealand
A new Zealand Herald article discusses statistics showing a rise in loneliness amongst recent migrants, and records interviews with migrants about their experiences.
Make moments
Make Moments is an Auckland-based programme to engage older people and people living with dementia with art and cultural opportunities.
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