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Great new resource
Check out an excellent new resource, “Connect and Thrive: a guide to combatting loneliness and connecting with others.” This is a practical, evidence-based resource co-authored by Sarah Wright of University of Canterbury, a regular member of the New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness working group.
What is social health?
Kasley Killam MPH, a US expert on social connection, explores what is meant by social health, and how we can evaluate and improve this aspect of health for ourselves.
Weak social ties are as just as important as strong ones for life satisfaction
A recent study says a mix of weak and strong social ties, known as relational diversity, leads to greater life satisfaction. NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe talks with Hanne Collins, an author of the study.
Loneliness poll results
A nationwide survey that was conducted in February this year by New Zealand research company Research First shows that too many New Zealanders don't have the social connections and support that they need. Download the report here.
How Covid changed university for me
Read our latest blog by Anjali Thulkanam, Student, BA in psychology and history, Victoria University. Anjali writes:
On the 2nd of March 2020, I started my very first day of university. I was only 18, excited to learn new things, to meet new people, and have new experiences. At least that’s how I think I felt. On the 25th of March, lockdowns began ….
Anxiety and panic attacks: how to be a supportive friend and whānau
Friends and family/whānau support can make a real difference for someone dealing with anxiety and panic attacks. Find out how to help them.
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