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The lonely century : how to restore human connection in a world that's pulling apart / by Hertz, Noreena,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."An economist takes on the most urgent social issue of our time, exploring the evolution of the global loneliness crisis, the sweeping impact of social isolation during the coronavirus, and the opportunities a post-Covid world presents to reverse these trends-by finding new ways to reconnect with each other, our communities, and even our democracy. Even before the global pandemic brought terms like "social distancing" into the vernacular, loneliness was well on its way to becoming the defining trait of the twenty-first century. Today, nearly half of adults in the United States report feeling lonely, and more than twenty percent of millennials say they have "no friends at all." All around us, the fabric of community is unraveling. And technology isn't the lone culprit. Rather, the crisis stems from the dismantling of civic institutions, the radical reorganization of the workplace, mass urban migration, and decades of neoliberal policies that placed self-interest above the collective good. On one hand, the prolonged period spent under lockdown has accelerated these trends: from remote work to contactless commerce to the hollowing out of shared public spaces. On the other, it has sharpened our awareness of the toll isolation takes on our families, our communities, and our mental health. This is not merely a mental health crisis. Loneliness increases our risk of heart disease, cancer, and dementia. Statistically, it's as bad for our health as smoking fifteen cigarettes a day. It's also an economic crisis, costing us billions annually. And it's a political crisis, as feelings of marginalization fuel divisiveness and extremism around the world. In The Lonely Century, readers accompany Hertz as she "rents a friend" in Manhattan, attends a "how to read a face" class at an Ivy League university, and meets Japanese nursing home residents who knit bonnets for their robot caregivers. Along the way, she urges us to ask ourselves what kind of world we want to create, post-pandemic: one where we retreat further into our self-isolating bubbles and remain ever-fearful of others, or one where we are more committed to reconnecting with one another, and with the democratic process itself. From compassionate AI to new models for urban living to the ingenuity unleashed in finding new ways to stay connected in the era of social distancing, The Lonely Century offers a hopeful vision for how to heal our fractured communities and restore connection in our lives. In the wake of Covid-19, this is not only more urgent, but more possible than ever"--
Subjects: Interpersonal relations.; Loneliness; Social media; Loneliness;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Gunners : a novel / by Kauffman, Rebecca,author.;
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Friendship; Interpersonal relations; Self-actualization (Psychology); Self-realization;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The friendship guide / by Roberts, Jillian,1971-; Armstrong, Andrea.;
Friendships are essential for social-emotional learning and mental health, but sometimes children struggle with making and keeping friendships. In The Friendship Guide, child psychologist Jillian Roberts outlines central ideas on how to be the best friend you can be. Alongside each of the principles is a scenario showing how it relates to real life--at the playground, at the park, at school or on a playdate. For parents, guardians and kids themselves, it can be difficult to recognize what makes friendships work. With this book, readers will have a comforting and straightforward resource to help guide them toward a lifetime of beautiful friendships.
Subjects: Picture books.; Friendship; Friendship in children; Interpersonal relations in children;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Reunion : a novel / by Juska, Elise,author.;
"A novel about three friends' midlife reckonings at a college reunion in coastal Maine"--
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Class reunions; Friendship; Interpersonal relations; Secrecy;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The magic strings of Frankie Presto / by Albom, Mitch,1958-;
An epic story of the greatest guitar player to ever live, and the six lives he changed with his magical blue strings.
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Guitarists; Interpersonal relations; Magic; Orphans; Rock musicians;
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The late Americans / by Taylor, Brandon(Brandon L. G.),author.;
"In the shared and private spaces of Iowa City, a social circle of lovers and friends navigate tangled webs of connection as they try to figure out what they want, and who they are"--
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Friendship; Graduate students; Interpersonal relations;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Living with others / by Wilson, Jeni.; Davis, Sue(Children's author); Thomas, Bill.;
Photographs and simple text discuss groups including families, friends, sports groups and interest groups.LSC
Subjects: Social groups; Interpersonal relations; Social interaction;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Hunted by the sky / by Bhathena, Tanaz.;
After her parents are murdered by King Lohar's soldiers because of the star-shaped birthmark she has, Gul trains in warrior magic and seeks revenge for their death. She meets Cavas, who will do anything for his terminally ill father,and he joins her on her mission.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Magic; Prophecies; Parents; Revenge; Interpersonal relations;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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The seven skins of Esther Wilding / by Ringland, Holly,author.;
Esther Wilding's search for explanations after the death of her sister, Aura, takes her from Tasmania to Denmark and on to the Faroe Islands, following the trail of the stories Aura left behind: seven cryptic fairytales about selkies, swans and women, alongside verses Aura had secretly had tattooed on her body.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Families; Forgiveness; Grief; Interpersonal relations; Sisters;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The river has roots / by El-Mohtar, Amal,author.;
"In the small town of Thistleford, on the edge of Faerie, the mysterious Hawthorn family tends the willow trees there. For as long as anyone can remember, the Hawthorns have paid tribute to the willow trees, honouring an ancient compact to sing to them in thanks for their magic. None, though, have taken up this calling more devotedly than the family's latest daughters, Esther and Ysabel, who cherish each other as much as they cherish the trees. But when Esther rejects a forceful suitor in favour of a lover from the land of Faerie, not only the sisters' bond but also their lives will be at risk"--Inside jacket flap.
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Novellas.; Families; Interpersonal relations; Magic; Nature worship; Sisters;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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