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Marriage or loneliness? Study shows: relationships protect against depression!
A new study shows that single people are more likely to suffer from depression than people in committed relationships. Experts recommend targeted prevention measures.
Marriage or loneliness? Study shows: relationships protect against depression!
A shocking study shows that single people have a much higher risk of depression! In Germany, over 20 percent of people live alone, and the number is rising rapidly. These alarming findings, published in the renowned journal Nature Human Behavior, shed a harsh light on the mental health of the population.
An international research group analyzed over 100,000 pieces of health data from seven countries, including the US, China and the UK. The result? In all cultures studied, singles are more susceptible to depressive symptoms than people in committed relationships. Researchers suspect that financial security and social support in a relationship are key factors that reduce the risk of depression.
lonelinessas a killer
Professor Nicolas Rohleder from the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg explains that it's not just about the relationship itself, but rather about the loneliness that plagues many people. Loneliness has devastating effects on health! People in relationships feel less lonely and benefit from regular social interactions, which have a positive impact on their well-being.
But that's not all: the study also shows gender differences. Single men are particularly at risk, while women often have stronger social networks. Level of education also plays a role - highly educated people without a partner suffer from depression more often. In addition, alcohol and tobacco consumption have a decisive influence on the mental health of singles, especially in countries such as Mexico and China.
Need for action!
These alarming results demand immediate action! Rohleder emphasizes the urgency of tackling loneliness, particularly among older people who are increasingly living alone. The increasing pressure on the healthcare system caused by mental illnesses is enormous. It is high time for society and politics to act to address the growing challenges of loneliness and its devastating consequences for mental health!