Loneliness Can Kill You

You heard that right! According to a recent U.S. health report, loneliness and lack of social connection can increase the risk of premature death by more than 60%. Dr. B. talks about the U.S. Surgeon General's recent declaration that states that loneliness in the United States has now reached epidemic proportions. Dr. B. also gives advice on how to stay engaged in order to ward off loneliness which often leads to depression.

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Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychologically healing conversation with well-known psychiatrist Arthur Bregman MD.  Every week Dr. B. and host Linda Corley break down issues and problems from a mental health perspective. From the incessant stresses of the pandemic to untangling relationship problems, Dr. B's years of experience help piece together the messiest of life's problems.