Definition of loneliness

Loneliness is a subjective feeling that describes a state in which a person feels isolated from others and unable to establish deep connections.

Loneliness often stems from a lack of interpersonal relationships or a lack of emotional connection with others. Loneliness can affect a person's mood, psychology and behavior, and may lead to anxiety, depression and other psychological problems.

Loneliness is not the same as social isolation. Social isolation refers to a person's marginal position in social networks and lack of interaction and connection with others. And loneliness is an emotional experience that can stem from a lack of human connection or a lack of deep connections with others. People with loneliness may feel separated from others and unable to truly understand and be understood.

Loneliness can be alleviated by developing good social skills, actively participating in social activities, and seeking professional help. In addition, some people express their emotions through meditation, journaling, painting, etc., to alleviate the adverse effects of loneliness. At the same time, some studies have found that exercise can also be effective in reducing loneliness. For example, a 12-week exercise program studied 45 elderly people and found that exercise can significantly reduce loneliness in the elderly.

Causes of loneliness:

1. Insufficient social skills: Some people may be naturally introverted or feel uncomfortable in social environments. They may lack the skills to connect deeply with people, which can lead to feelings of loneliness.

2. Changes in the social environment: Some changes in life, such as moving, changing jobs, or losing friends, may lead to changes in the social environment. These changes can lead to feelings of loneliness due to the need to readjust to new social situations.

3. Breakdown of interpersonal relationships: Losing contact with close people, such as breakup or divorce, or conflicts with friends, may lead to the emergence of loneliness. This sense of loneliness may stem from nostalgia for lost close relationships and concerns about future relationships.

4. Family problems: Family problems, such as conflicts between family members, divorce of parents or death of relatives, may lead to loneliness. These issues can cause people to feel isolated and unable to share their emotions and experiences with others.

5. Emotional insecurity and inferiority complex: Some people may feel emotionally insecure or have inferiority complex about their abilities and worth. This sense of insecurity and inferiority may cause them to distance themselves from others and fail to form deep relationships.