Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition Blog

The Science of Connection: Why Relationships Matter for Your Health

Group of adults walking together in a park.

Walking with others is a simple way to stay active while also building meaningful social connections. Photo Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank Human beings are social creatures. Our brains are wired to seek connection not only for enjoyment but also as a means of survival. Research suggests that social connection, which refers to how people […]