What is loneliness?

Loneliness is at the front of many people’s minds after the last two years of unprecedented disruptions. Yet, loneliness is often difficult to recognise in oneself and others. This article describes what loneliness is from the perspective of academic Psychology.

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These days, loneliness is the new cancer — a shameful, embarrassing thing, brought upon yourself in some…