Human connection is a basic, biological necessity for us.
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Over time, chronic loneliness can damage our immune system.
These immune system changes can, in time, lead to chronic diseases. “We have lots of research now showing that higher levels of inflammation in the body set the stage for the development of cardiovascular disease and diabetes,” said Keely Muscatell, a neuroscientist who studies how social experiences impact our physical health at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.