Is There Really a “Loneliness Epidemic”? (Ep. 407 Rebroadcast)

Freakonomics Radio

That’s what some health officials are saying, but the data aren’t so clear. We look into what’s known (and not known) about the prevalence and effects of loneliness — including the possible upsides.

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