The experts report that we are experiencing a loneliness epidemic and there is an increasing likelihood that you may experience loneliness at some stage of your life. In this podcast we speak with social psychologist Dr. Shane Blackman, VP of Product at Noom, to unpack the concept of loneliness, how it can impact your wellbeing and how to bridge the connection gap. Subjects we cover include: How loneliness impacts health Understanding the psychology of loneliness Building habits that encourage social connections The importance of community and finding your tribe Bio Dr. Shane Blackman is the VP & Head of Growth Product at Noom and is a huge behavioral science and psychology nerd. He earned his Ph.D in social psychology from Princeton University, where he studied how we change our beliefs and opinions and how we make judgments about other people’s biases. After graduating, he made an unexpected career transition to the tech industry and has been hooked ever since on combining technology and behavioral science to help people live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives.

Welcome to this episode of "Minutes of Noom," where we explore focus during chaotic times. We reached out to our Noom Vibe (beta) community members to learn about their personal strategies for maintaining concentration amidst the storm of daily life.

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The experts say that individual behaviors are the single, biggest driver of our health. Put simply, this means that a healthy lifestyle with good habits lowers your risk of chronic conditions, which in turn can lead to a healthier, longer, more fulfilling life.

When it comes to forming new habits, many of us have a wish list:

🚰Drink more water 💭Think positively

📺Watch less TV ✍️Learn a new skill

🏃Exercise regularly 🛏️Improve sleep pattern

We know that healthy habits are beneficial but why do we struggle to change our behaviors? Join Dr Andreas on this podcast episode to learn about the science of how habits are formed and how you can change your habits and move towards achieving your goals.

Guest Bio

Dr. Andreas is the Chief of Psychology at Noom and is a behavioral science expert. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and has spent over a decade merging his expertise in psychology with the technology sector. He leads Noom’s behavioral science team which has produced over 50 research papers, advancing the scientific understanding of behavior change using technology. His significant contributions to the field have been recognized in over 300 media pieces, making him a respected figure in both the psychological and tech communities.

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