Lonely (IMAGE) Rice University Caption A Rice University-led study showed people who feel lonely are likely to report more severe symptoms from the common cold. Credit Illustration by Valentina Gonzalez/Rice University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.