The Affection Connection: The Importance of Relationships as We Age
“Of all the experiences we need to survive and thrive, it is the experience of relating to others that is the most meaningful and important.” – Louis Cozolino, Professor of Psychology As we grow older, social isolation becomes one more concern we have to deal with. Feelings of isolation can lead to physical and mental health issues. It is vital to choose retirement communities that value social interactions as much as physical health. Social Interaction at Senior Homes in Oakville According to Cozolino , our brains are social organs that need to connect. This means that the more human interaction we get, the better for our brains. People who have healthy social support are more likely to have improved: Mental health Heart health Immune systems Cognitive performance According to research conducted in a Harvard Medical School Nurses’ Health Study, socially integrated individuals can have greater health and more satisfaction with life. People tend to live longer, happier ...