It’s a key part of the human psyche to be social and coexist with other people. We are so hard-wired to be social and interact with people that denying it can cause mental health conditions such as depression.
Yet even with this predisposition toward social behavior, 27% of Americans 60 and over are living alone. When compared with other countries, this is an unusually high number, the second-highest in the world. For instance, in countries like Algeria and Afghanistan, the number of older adults living alone is less than 5%.
There are several reasons why an older adult over 60 may find themselves alone:
- By Choice
- Spouse Death
- Divorce
- No Children
- No Living Family
- No Family Living Nearby
Here’s how you can live your best life while living alone over 60.
Web MD: Tips for Living Alone After 60
