A new report confirms that Australians are socialising less and feel lonelier, with nearly one in three people reporting persistent loneliness.

Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast to explain the severe mental and physical health risks of this "loneliness epidemic".

A new report confirms that Australians are socialising less and feel lonelier, with nearly one in three people reporting persistent loneliness.
Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast to explain the severe mental and physical health risks of this "loneliness epidemic".

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Beyond Blue CEO warns: Loneliness 'equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day'

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Listen to the all new 4BC Breakfast with Dean Miller and Sofie Formica weekdays from 5.30am-9am.

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With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.

Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.
Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

Why your workplace needs a footy tipping comp this season

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Beyond Blue CEO warns: Loneliness 'equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day'

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