With so many ways to connect with others, it may seem unusual that many of us have periods when we feel lonely and socially isolated. Social isolation occurs when individuals lack real social engagement and quality relationships with others. Discover connections with this blog.

Non-stop news coverage has made many of us feel dazed and overwhelmed. Our extensive use of instant-messaging technology and mobile phones allows news to spread faster than ever, exacerbating our anxiety. This week’s blog covers tips to help.

With the lack of certainty today, it is not surprising that we often don’t feel we have control over our lives. This is troublesome because a sense of control is an essential component of what it means to be human. We will go to great lengths to gain this sense of control, even if it means engaging in non-productive or unwanted behaviors. We are drawn to social media because it reduces our anxiety by giving us a temporary feeling of control (Atroszko et al., 2018). So, are we using it too much?