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neuroscience2 years ago•5 min saved

Unraveling the Connection Between Loneliness and Solitude

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Arizona has revealed the nuanced relationship between feeling lonely and being alone. The study found that individuals don't feel lonely until they spend over 75% of their time alone. For older adults, there is a strong correlation between loneliness and time spent alone. To better measure social behavior, the researchers are developing SocialBit, a smartwatch app that will track conversation minutes per day. The app aims to quantify social activity in a similar way that fitness trackers measure physical activity.

via Neuroscience News|

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psychology2 years ago•3 min saved

Alone ≠ Lonely: Study Debunks Common Assumption

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Arizona has found that being alone does not closely correlate with feelings of loneliness. The study revealed that people do not feel lonely until they spend three-quarters of their time alone, and when their alone time exceeds 75%, it becomes difficult for them to avoid feelings of loneliness. The study also highlighted a strong association between time spent alone and feeling lonely among older adults. The researchers used a smartphone app called the Electronically Activated Recorder (EAR) to measure time spent alone. The findings emphasize the importance of social connections for human health and suggest that loneliness and isolation are related but distinct concepts.

via Phys.org|

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