identified 58 relevant studies of interventions to reduce social isolation, social support and loneliness that could potentially be adapted for people living in pandemic-related isolation. Most of the studies (51 out of 58) related to older people—a group that often face the strictest limitations...
social isolationvolunteeringThe COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the feeling of loneliness, especially among older adults. This study aims to investigate any association between COVID-19 cases in Greece and the number of Loneliness Helpline calls at the Friendship at Every Age program an...
Loneliness Awareness Week (which took place last week, the 12th-18th June) was set up by Marmalade Trust to get people talking about loneliness and how we can combat it, so that we can support ourselves and others.
Loneliness was significantly negatively associated with social, emotional, and psychological well-being. Thriving was significantly positively associated with social, emotional, and psychological well-being. Discussion The findings suggest that cultivating a sense of meaning in life...
Ageism can lead to social isolation and loneliness, with 45% of workers who experience ageism reporting these feelings. They may feel rejected by coworkers and withdraw from social events and workplace discussions. These divisions weaken collaboration, trust, and morale among teams. ...
difference between self-imposed and involuntary isolation; the benefits and limits of public space in fostering true connections; the role of technology as both a cause and a remedy for loneliness; and the forms of willpower, funding and organising – both public and private – needed to effect...
pandemic,Cedars-Sinai researcherswere studying how live group exercise classes helped drive decreased loneliness and social isolation. When the pandemic hit and the live classes transitioned to virtual workouts, the researchers still identified a valuable social connection, even though the classes were ...
Understanding Loneliness in Seniors Aging brings many changes that can contribute to a more solitary life. One of the biggest issues for seniors is that their social circles begin to shrink as the years go by. On one hand, retiring grants older adults more free time for hobbies and relaxation...
study indicated that older immigrants are at risk of social isolation and loneliness because they have fewer social connections due to leaving behind their familiar social group in the home country, encounter linguistic challenges that negatively contribute to greater social isolation and poor mental ...
Loneliness and isolation can be a major cause of unhappiness and can contribute towards depression and mental illness in older age. These associations are recognised by academics, policy makers and older people's representative organisations alike in several countries, and many corrective...