Pandemic Impact On Friendships, Mental Health

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Heard On The Larry Meiller Show
People waiting in line wearing masks
People, social distancing and wearing masks to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, wait in line at a mask distribution event, Friday, June 26, 2020, in a COVID-19 hotspot of the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami. Wilfredo Lee/AP Photo

The American Psychological Association found that 67% of Americans feel their stress has increased during the pandemic. That stress can have a negative effect on our friendships. At a time when we need our friends most, we discuss how to nurture relationships and learn how they affect our health.

Episode Credits

  • Larry Meiller Host
  • Jana Rose Schleis Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Shilagh A. Mirgain Guest

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