Savvy Psychologist “The Loneliness Epidemic” and how to combat it
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Dec 15, 2023 Explore the impacts of loneliness on mental health, including increased risk of depression and anxiety. Learn about the decline of 'third places' and their impact on loneliness. Discover strategies such as CBT and mindfulness to cope with loneliness. Understand how pets can provide companionship and alleviate loneliness.
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Loneliness Is Subjective Perception
- Loneliness is a subjective distress about perceived lack of social quantity or quality.
- It depends on perception, not just the objective number of friends.
Multiple Causes Beyond Personal Fault
- Social media and parasocial ties can replace time spent building real relationships.
- Environmental and personal factors both contribute to loneliness beyond individual fault.
Loneliness Harms Mind And Body
- Chronic loneliness links to depression, anxiety, stress hormone changes, and cognitive decline.
- Its effects span mental and physical health and raise suicide and dementia risk.