How an app can help fight loneliness in old people at Christmas
Friday, December 14, 2018 - 11:20
in Psychology & Sociology
Loneliness, as a leading cause of depression and obesity, is believed to cost £6,000 per person in health and social care services. Loneliness is especially prevalent during the winter holidays, perhaps intensified by the short days, bad weather and the impression that everyone else is enjoying the festive season with family and friends.