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"Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection" | Ben Rein
We are more isolated from one another than ever before — by our technology, by our political divides, and most of all, by our choices.
This week on the show, we talk with neuroscientist Ben Rein about why this social isolation is terrible for our health — implicated in not only rising rates of mental illness, but also heart disease, dementia and more.
We discuss Ben's new book, "Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection", published earlier this week, and try to work out a plan for an improved social diet to restore our brains — and our society — to good health.
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