Frequent contact with fellow human beings is a necessity of life. We were not created to be alone. You've heard horror stories of babies who were neglected and failed to develop properly because of it. So often a serial killer is described as having a horrific childhood devoid of a loving presence. There could very well be some truth in that as we are social beings, and if that attention is lacking, personalities can get off track. The older generation is affected also. So many are alone after the death of a spouse and have a tendency to withdraw into themselves, losing contact with the outside world. Nursing home residents can sit for hours, staring into empty space but they light up like Christmas trees when somebody pays a little attention. So if you know a person that is living alone, take a minute to call or drop by---you'll make their day. Afterall, you may be in the same position one day.
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