![]() ![]() His search led him to talk to doctors, scientists, parents and community members around the world. In this ground-breaking book, he traces the roots of the problem, and shows how loneliness lies behind some of our greatest personal and social challenges, from anxiety and depression to addiction and violence. When Obama appointed him Surgeon General of the United States, Dr Vivek Murthy observed the growing health crisis of isolation first-hand. But what effect is it having on us, and how can we treat it – even at a distance? The world seems more connected than ever, and yet loneliness is at epidemic levels. ![]() ‘Exactly what the doctor ordered’ ANGELA DUCKWORTH, author of Grit ‘This book is a gift’ SUSAN CAIN, author of Quiet ‘Fascinating, moving and essential reading.’ ATUL GAWANDE, author of Being Mortal ‘A welcome beacon towards meaningful connection’ ARIANNA HUFFINGTON, author of Thrive ‘Together stands with Atul Gawande’s classic, Being Mortal.’ MALCOLM GLADWELL, author of Outliers ‘The most important book you’ll read this year.’ DANIEL H. ![]()
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