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As people living in long-term care homes brave another lockdown, communication is key and the presence of family members (virtually or through the window) is needed.
Comparing ourselves to people who are worse off than we are on social media should make us feel better. The opposite is true.
People can counter the helplessness felt during the pandemic and build power by creating a sense of purpose and community amid the confusion of COVID-19.
Insights editors choose their top long reads of the year.
With projections that 68% of the world’s population will be living in cities by 2050, it’s important we tackle loneliness now before it becomes epidemic.
Lockdown loneliness doesn’t mean people are rushing out on dates, says an expert.
Social isolation in older adults can contribute to negative health outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this, but an arts-based program can alleviate some of the loneliness.
In a new survey, Australians report a reduction in the quality and size of their friendships, not just during lockdowns, but months after they end.
While online communities may not fully address the isolation LGBTQ youth face in-person, they can serve as an important source of social support and a springboard for civic engagement.
Over 130 hours of conversations with older people reveal the truth of what it’s like to get old and how to cope with loneliness.
During lockdowns, researchers have explored loneliness with Australians over 65. Picking up the phone for a meaningful chat is more important than you might think.
With lockdowns likely to be a part of life in Australia until a significant majority of us are vaccinated, it’s timely to think about what we can do to look out for people who may be vulnerable.
Pandemic experiences for queer people were marked not only by loneliness but new possibilities and connections that will shape their lives when the world reopens.
For the areas of cities with less than 10% green space, increasing that to 30% could cut the overall odds of residents becoming lonely by a quarter.
Pregnant women’s experiences can affect their babies’ health, even into adulthood. Researchers know societywide stresses can lead to these long-term consequences – and the pandemic likely fits the bill.
Pubs are recognised as important assets to their communities, providing economic and social value alike.
AI chatbots can provide mental health support for people who are isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Across Europe, intensified loneliness is associated with a six- to ten-fold increase in worsened depressed mood, anxiety symptoms and sleep problems.
Lifestyle medicine targets the root of chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Experts explain why everyone should embrace these free prescriptions for good health.
Top contributors
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Senior Lecturer and Clinical Psychologist, Swinburne University of Technology
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Associate Professor of Sociology, University of Wollongong
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Professor in Psychology, UNSW
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Chancellor's Professor of Medicine, Liberal Arts, and Philanthropy, Indiana University
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Professor of Gerontology and Public Health, Brunel University London
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Professor of Psychology, San Diego State University
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Director, Care-Connect, University of Sheffield
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Associate Professor in Psychology, Macquarie University
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Deputy Head of School for Psychology and Computer Science, University of Central Lancashire
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Reader in History and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow, University of York
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Director of the Center for the Science of Social Connection, University of Washington
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Research Fellow, Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney
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Senior Principal Research Fellow, National Ageing Research Institute
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Professor, Institute of Public Policy and Governance, University of Technology Sydney
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Professor of Psychology and ARC Laureate Fellow, The University of Queensland
