Gen Z is a lonely generation. Is ' social prescribing' the cure?
The Briefing · LiSTNR
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Show Notes
Young Australians are living in a world more connected than ever before, thanks to social media. But an increasing number of 15- to 24-year-olds are experiencing loneliness and feelings of social isolation.
There’s been a steady rise over the years particularly since 2008, and a further spike in loneliness rates in 2020 – due to the effects of the COVID pandemic.
So, what are the experts suggesting we should do to help? Social prescribing has been flagged as a possible solution, which involves the referral of patients to non-medical activities, like health and fitness clubs to art classes.
The Briefing’s Simon Beaton is joined by LiSTNR journalist Loren Howarth to unpack the details.
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