4 ways to find and build meaningful connections for mental health
Connect with your inner self and others; explore forms of spirituality; and set boundaries to deepen connections
Advice by Gregory Scott Brown, MD for The Washington Post
Feeling disconnected can be detrimental to mental health, but having connections — whether to other people, interests and work — may not be enough. Many of us can say that we have close relationships with family members and friends, and are connected, often overly, to work, social media and interests, but the quality of those connections may not make us feel fulfilled.
Disconnection has been linked to loneliness and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. Some patients may need to be evaluated by health-care professionals and could be helped by therapy and medication.
There are several ways to create these connections, and not all involve being with people.
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