WHO WARNS – LONELINESS CLAIMS 871,000 LIVES ANNUALLY WORLDWIDE

WHO Warns Loneliness Claims 871,000 Lives Annually Worldwide
The World Health Organization reveals loneliness affects one in six people globally and causes nearly 871,000 deaths each year. Loneliness and social isolation raise risks of stroke, heart attack, diabetes, depression, anxiety, and suicide. Lonely teens perform worse in school, and adults struggle more with employment.

WHO highlights how digital overuse reduces face-to-face interactions, worsening the problem. Sweden offers a model solution with national strategies promoting social connection, banning phones in schools, and encouraging group activities for youth.

Experts stress the need for tech-free spaces to foster real human connection and combat this growing public health crisis.

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