Perceived social isolation and cognition
Cacioppo, J.T., Hawkley, L.C. (2009) Trends in Cognitive Sciences , 13 , 447-454
Abstract
This review examines how perceived social isolation (loneliness) affects cognitive function, showing that loneliness is associated with diminished executive functioning, accelerated cognitive decline, and reduced neuroplasticity.
Keywords
social isolationlonelinesscognitionexecutive functionneuroplasticity
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