Facebook Twitter LinkedIn According to the Surgeon General’s 2023 Advisory, by what percentage can chronic loneliness increase the risk of developing dementia in older adults? 20 percent 30 percent 50 percent 70 percent Social connections have a big impact on cognitive health. Chronic loneliness and social isolation can be harmful for your brain, so prioritize finding ways to connect with other people.
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