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. Kasley writes:
How do you stay healthy?
Your answer probably includes exercising regularly, eating plenty of vegetables, and getting a good night’s sleep. From a young age, we’re taught the importance of physical health.
Your answer might also include things like stress management, therapy, or meditation. Increasingly, mental health is mainstream.
But it turns out that you can have a strong body and mind, yet still feel unwell if you lack meaningful relationships.
Read the full article by Kasley here.