The state of social isolation and loneliness in the UKUK figures show that socially isolated people are 3.5 times more likely to enter local authority funded residential care.
How does social isolation affect a child’s mental health and development?Experiencing social behaviour, and engaging in social interaction, is vital during childhood development.
“We need tailored products to combat loneliness”International figures show that 3 percent to 11 percent of all youths are chronically lonely, yet most of the research regarding loneliness focuses on the elderly.
Can technology help combat social isolation?The world’s leading expert on loneliness suggests that online sites can be valuable tools – if they are used to develop offline social connections.
The prevalence of social isolation in Europe7.2 percent is the share of the European population who claim that they never meet up with their friends or relatives, not even once a year.
The feeling of being aloneDuring many of his childhood years, Rafael Rozenblad (19-years-old), felt lonely. Here he shares his story.
What is social isolation?Social isolation is a term often used interchangeably with loneliness, but while the two are closely related, they do not necessarily mean the same thing.
Too many are experiencing social isolationIn recent years awareness of the importance of social relations for good health has increased. Unfortunately, numbers tell us that too many are socially isolated.
Consequences of social isolation for children and adolescentsWhat kind of consequences can social isolation have for children and young people?
