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Why being lonely can become detrimental to your health

More social people are less likely to develop dementia or cognitive impairment in later life acco...

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13.10 10 Apr 2019


Why being lonely can become detrimental to your health


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13.10 10 Apr 2019


More social people are less likely to develop dementia or cognitive impairment in later life according to Dr Sabina Brennan, author of the book '100 Days to a Younger Brain'. She discusses the detrimental affect loneliness can have on your health with Ciara.

Plus, we hear some of the heartbreaking stories from listeners who tell us about their experiences of loneliness.


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