COVID-19 pandemic has increased loneliness and other social issues, especially for women, Mayo research finds
ROCHESTER, Minnesota Social distancing guidelines have reduced the spread of COVID-19, but lockdowns and isolation also have created or aggravated other well-being concerns, reports new research. Mayo Clinic investigators found a significant increase in loneliness and a decrease in feelings of friendship during the pandemic. The study, published Feb. 20 in the journal
Social Science & Medicine, also showed disproportionate negative effects among women and those with poorer health.
The researchers say that while physical distance is important during the pandemic, distance within and among relationships can cause undue harm to a person s mental health and well-being. The decision to close businesses and schools, and cancel social gatherings and events ? while effective at slowing the spread of disease ? can have unintended social, mental, financial and substance abuse iss
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided use
• 1⁄2 cup pizza or marinara sauce
• 1 stick pepperoni, 3⁄4 diced and 1⁄4 sliced in circles
• 4 basil leaves
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, 1⁄8 cup Romano cheese, 11⁄2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, diced pepperoni. Layer on the bottom of a casserole dish. Top with pizza sauce.
Next, add remaining shredded mozzarella, grated Romano cheese, and sliced pepperoni.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot and golden brown on top.
Garnish with sliced basil leaves and serve with garlic knots.
Note: You can make your own garlic knots using pizza dough. Separate dough into long strands like bread sticks. Tie them into knots and bake at 350 degrees until done or golden brown. Then toss with melted butter, garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Add other pizza toppings or mix-ins to this recipe as desired.
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