Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World

Content Warning: This section of the Study Guide discusses depression, anxiety, suicide, self-harm, addiction, violence, and other public health concerns.

Discuss the differences between solitude and loneliness. Why does Murthy describe the former as an antidote to the latter?

Compare and contrast the three types of loneliness. What tools does Murthy offer to ward off each type? How can a deficit in one type of connection affect one’s other social connections?

Which groups or demographics are most at risk for loneliness, according to Murthy? What kinds of interventions does he recommend?