We review two key theories that may help to explain how loneliness arises, is maintained and may be overcome. These are cognitive theories of loneliness and the social identity approach. The chapter goes on to highlight the significant physical and mental health implications of loneliness, ...
In the last few years, this aspect of health has normally concentrated on issues such as those in need being able to attain healthy nutrition, and transportation. Yet, other less obvious social determinants, are also extremely important. Step forward social isolation and loneliness. These common s...
Loneliness and social isolation can lead to a number of negative mental and physical health problems, according to research, and doctors say it’s important to discuss this topic in routine health visits and when managing chronic diseases. “I think loneliness should be incorp...
“Loneliness and social isolation aren’t just social issues—they can also affect a person’s physical and mental health, and the fabric of communities,”said Dan G. Blazer II, MD, MPH, PhD, J.P. Gibbons Professor of Psychiatry Emeritus and professor of community and family medicine at Du...
In 2023, a national poll reported that about 37% of older US adults (aged 50-80 years) experienced loneliness and 34% reported feeling socially isolated. Loneliness affected women more than men and was particularly common among individuals with poorer physical and mental health, those with a hea...
The winners of the MENTAL Health Innovation Challenge provide a glimpse of the innovative ideas that could prove to be difference makers. Social isolation and loneliness, particularly among older and disabled people, has reached...
Loneliness have been linked with the deterioration of both physical and, especially, mental health at older age (13). Social isolation is increasingly been considered as a risk factor to AA, and might be especially impactful on AA in the presence of loneliness (14). A recently published study...
Home care recipients, many of whom are older adults or living with disabilities, may be at increased risk of loneliness and social isolation. Loneliness and social isolation are associated with poor physical and mental health, with research even suggesti
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, various restrictions have been implemented, and many have had to adapt to changes in their daily routines and activities. During these times, mental health professionals anticipate that l...
and policies to mitigate the adverse health effects of isolation and loneliness. He has received extramural funding for his research from the National Institute of Aging, and his research has been published in peer-reviewed outlets. His work has also been featured in the Canadian Broadcasting Corpor...