Resources Tagged With: loneliness

10 Things You Can Do If You’re Lonely

It’s normal to feel lonely sometimes. Many people go through periods of loneliness, and it doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with them. If you’re lonely, there are some things you can try that might help. Read more ›

America Has a Loneliness Epidemic. Here Are 6 Steps to Address It

According to a new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General titled “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation,”  even before the COVID-19 pandemic, about half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Read more ›

Loneliness Damages Not Just Children’s Mental Health, But Their Grades As Well

Children who feel lonely are more likely to leave school with worse grades than classmates who never experience loneliness. Read more ›

Isolation & Loneliness

Nearly half of Americans report feeling left out or alone, and over two-thirds of teens report being lonely. Research shows that loneliness and social isolation are twice as harmful to physical and mental health as obesity. But did you know that even just one friend can be enough? Read more ›