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A Chicago scientist suggests that loneliness is a threat to your health

By Daniel Akst

September 21, 2008

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Americans are a lonely people, and given how we live, it's no wonder. We move often, we're more likely to live alone, we have lots of friends but few confidants, and we build our communities in ways that minimize unplanned interactions with others (aside from auto accidents). (Full article: 1137 words)