Could changing the way we talk about solitude help reduce feelings of loneliness? U-M researcher Micaela Rodriguez thinks so. Despite living in a digital age marked by constant connectivity, loneliness has become a global epidemic. But are we framing it the right way? In this article from the Institute for Social Research, Rodriguez explores the negative public discourse surrounding being alone and explains how reframing our perspective on solitude could have long-term mental health benefits.
