A new study reveals the Bronx as New York City’s most isolated borough, highlighting a stark contrast between urban density and emotional well-being. Researchers found that despite its vibrant communities, residents in the northernmost borough report higher levels of loneliness than elsewhere in the city. The findings underscore a growing concern about social disconnection in metropolitan areas, even where population and infrastructure appear robust. Experts suggest the data could reshape discussions on mental health and urban planning in densely populated cities.
It’s lonely at the top — especially in NYC. The Bronx, the northernmost borough in the Big Apple, has been named New York’s most lonely county, per a surprising new study. Despite its ...
