Having friends, family, and other social relations not only adds immensely to your quality of life, it can also add years to your life. One theory is that social support “buffers” against stress; it provides emotional and tangible resources to help us deal with adverse events and illness. Family and friends may also encourage us, directly or indirectly, to take better care of our­selves. And being part of a social network often gives us meaningful roles that boost self-esteem and purpose in life, which in turn can improve health.

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