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Kasley is a science communicator and author of a forthcoming book.
Start here to learn scientific insights and practical wisdom to connect with family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors.
What is Social Health?
Introducing the third pillar to overall well-being, how it differs from mental health and social determinants, and why connection is not a nice-to-have.
READ ARTICLE | Psychology Today
How is Your Social Health?
Follow these 3 simple steps and 5 journaling prompts to understand, assess, and start improving your social health.
READ ARTICLE | Psychology Today
Why is Social Health Important?
Hint: Loneliness is widespread with serious health consequences. But social health matters for everyone, not just those who are lonely.
READ ARTICLE | Scientific American
How Can You Be More Socially Healthy?
Uncover 5 research-backed tips for exercising your social muscles, deepening your relationships, and connecting with your community.
READ ARTICLE | Psychology Today
Dive deeper with Kasley’s articles on human connection and loneliness.
What is Social Health? | Psychology Today
The Surprising Way to Boost Your Immunity This Winter | Psychology Today
For the Elderly, Lonely Deaths in a Hurricane | New York Times
Improving Social Health Locally, One Connection at a Time | Coalition to End Social Isolation & Loneliness Blog
Social Capital & Community Design | Making Healthy Places Textbook: 2nd Edition
Lessons from COVID-19: Improving Social Health to Build Community Resilience | American Society on Aging
Did People Get Lonelier During the Pandemic? | Psychology Today
5 Ways to Support Patients Who Are Isolated or Lonely | Hero Health Blog
Creating the Conditions for Social Well-Being | Social Health Labs & the Foundation for Social Connection
2023 | 2022
2021
Mobilizing Social Support in Healthcare: A Guide for Providers | CaringBridge Blog
Preventing Caregiver Burnout through Social Support | Hero Health Blog
Legislation Can't Solve Loneliness, But It Can Help | Health Affairs
How to Strengthen Your Social Muscles | Psychology Today (featured as a “Best of 2022” article by Pocket)
Alone Together: Loneliness Research & Social Health Innovation in Lockdown & Beyond | UCL Open Environment
The Power of Human Connection on the Patient Journey | Hero Health Blog
The Link Between Loneliness & Medication Adherence | Hero Health Blog
5 Ways to Create a Culture of Connection for Remote Workers | Psychology Today
Make Social Health Your Theme for 2021 | Psychology Today
An Epidemic of Loneliness, Worsened by Covid | New York Times
2020
Applying the Social-Ecological Model of Health to Loneliness | Medium
Social Connection Trends & Opportunities | Building H Blog
7 Tips for Spending the Holidays Alone | Psychology Today
Justin Bieber’s New Song “Lonely” Is the Anthem We Need | Psychology Today
Finding Purpose in the Pandemic | Harvard Public Health Magazine
In the Midst of the Pandemic, Loneliness Has Leveled Out | Scientific American
5 Major Myths About Loneliness | Psychology Today
The Growing Social Wellness Landscape | Medium
Isolation Starves Your Brain | Psychology Today
How’s Your Social Health? | Psychology Today
How to Prevent Loneliness in a Time of Social Distancing | Scientific American
2019 and earlier
A Solution for Loneliness: Volunteering | Scientific American (featured as a “Top Hit” by Pocket)
Putting People at the Heart of Health Research | Google Design Blog
Bridging the Intergenerational Divide | SF Global Shapers Blog
5 Ways to Address the Loneliness Epidemic | SF Global Shapers Blog
To Combat Loneliness, Promote Social Health | Scientific American
The Need for Human Connection in Digital Mental Health Care | Scientific American
How to Find Meaning in Suffering | Scientific American
A Hug a Day Keeps the Doctor Away | Scientific American (used by Khan Academy as an educational tool)
Building Empathy in Healthcare | Greater Good Magazine
Positive Psychological Interventions & Self-Perceptions | Positive Psychological Interventions Textbook
