The American Psychological Association (APA) warns that the loneliness epidemic now represents a threat to public health that exceeds that of obesity.Before getting into the specifics, we need to have a clear understanding of what loneliness is, and what it isn´t; Loneliness is defined subjectively, not objectively. In other words, what matters is not how many friends you have or how many people you have around you on a daily basis. Rather, what matters is whether you feel emotionally or socially disconnected from others. Indeed, many people who are married and live with family members report feeling significant loneliness, because they feel emotionally disconnected from their partners and loved ones.The most tragic and compelling aspect of the loneliness epidemic is how preventable it is. The problem is a fundamental lack of awareness, both for lonely people and for those around them. It isn´t easy to approach a friend or loved one and express concerns about their smoking habits or their obesity, yet many of us do so regardless. But how many of us have approached a friend or loved one to discuss our concerns about their loneliness?Public dialogues about the dangers of smoking and of obesity have gone on for decades. People who smoke and those who struggle with obesity are aware that their health and longevity are at risk. But lonely people are largely unaware of the risks they face, as are their friends and loved ones.Consider that when a loved one smokes, there is nothing we can do to help them other than urge them to change their habits and lifestyle. But when it comes to loneliness, we can actually be the solution; We can reach out, call, visit, and include them in activities and get-togethers. We can initiate deeper, more meaningful conversations and make them feel seen and loved.Solutions should come from within our neighborhoods and communities as well. Local municipalities and neighborhood associations could organize activities for retired persons. Schools can urge students to visit with homebound people or those with limited mobility. The options for interventions are numerous.It can be learned from the second paragraph that______.第1题A.those who often hang out with friends are less likely to feel lonelyB.those who live with family members are less likely to feel lonelyC.those who are married are more likely to feel lonely than unmarried onesD.those who lack communication with partners are more likely to feel lonelyPeople seldom discuss the topic about loneliness with their friends because______.第2题E.it’s too embarrassed to talk about it among friendsF.most people haven’t realized the risk of lonelinessG.this topic is one of the great taboos among friendsH.it’s not easy to approach a friend to discuss the problemWhich of the following is true about the risk of loneliness?第3题I.Obese people are more alert to the risk of loneliness.J.Most lonely people have realized the risk of loneliness.K.People who smoke can easily recognize the risk of loneliness.L.The friends around lonely people often overlook the risk of loneliness.According to the passage, which of the following is mentioned to relieve loneliness?第4题M.We can urge our lonely friends to change their bad habits.N.We can have heart-to-heart talks with our lonely friends.O.Local municipalities can provide funds to help those lonely elderly people.P.Schools can organize students feeling lonely to take outdoor activities.What is the main idea of the passage?第5题Q.The possible cause of loneliness has to be studied further.R.The definition of loneliness needs to be discussed further.S.The threat of loneliness to public health should be taken seriously.T.The dangers of smoking and obesity deserve great public attention.

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It was a (an)()film. I nearly fell asleep.A. interestingB. boringC. excitingD. relaxing

What ()would happen if your parents knew you were in this condition?A. would you supposeB. you supposeC. do you supposeD. you would suppose

To pay for the large cake the old man _____ five dollars on the counter.A. counted outB. counted onC. counted downD. counted against

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Please help yourself to the fish,——A. Thanks,but I don’t like fish.B. Sorry,I can’t help.C. Well,fish don’t suit for me.D. No,I can’t.

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