Feeling Lonely? Loud Sounds Can Help People Feel Closer To Others
KEY POINTS
People may not realize that they're using the sounds as a "social comfort"
The findings present a simple way people can combat loneliness
Loud sounds can sometimes be uncomfortable, but a team of researchers found that they can actually help combat loneliness.
The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll not just on public health but it has also affected people's mental health globally. Many people quarantining to prevent the spread of the virus found themselves feeling lonely. Earlier in the year, a company even announced its plans to mass produce