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Sociology's discusses the significance of loneliness among older adults

Media | March 31, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Northeast Ohio’s aging population is getting lonelier. Fun and games can help
ideastream: Eva Kahana, a sociology professor at the College of Arts and Sciences, said loneliness in older adults often stems from weakened social ties over time, and forming new friendships becomes harder with age—making those without close relationships especially vulnerable, even as programs like iConnect help rebuild connection and community.