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How many friends does the average 65 year old have?

According to a 2024 University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging, about half of adults aged 65 and older report having five or more close friends. Understanding the dynamics of friendships in later life can shed light on the importance of social connections for healthy aging, and address the question of how many friends does the average 65 year old have.

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