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Preferred term
social connection and relationships in successful aging
Definition
- Humans are born into the longest period of utter dependence as compared with any other species and are dependent on others across the life span to survive and prosper. They do not fare well when they live solitary lives or even when they simply perceive that they live in relative isolation. [Source: Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine & Health; Social Connection and Relationships in Successful Aging]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/social_connection_and_relationships_in_successful_aging
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