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Loneliness is defined as an unpleasant, emotionally distressing state that arises when a person feels that the quality or quantity of their social relationships falls short of what they desire (Perlman D & Peplau LA, 1981). Importantly, it is not synonymous with simply being alone; people can feel lonely when objectively isolated, but they can also feel alone even when surrounded by people. Lonely individuals often feel that they lack a sense of companionship, that others don’t understand them or share their interests, and that they find it hard to reach out and make new friends. Many people will experience loneliness temporarily at some point in their lives, but for some it can become a chronic and pervasive problem that compromises their mental and physical health.
Loneliness can be damaging to both our mental and physical health. Socially isolated people are less able to deal with stressful situations. They're also more likely to feel depressed and may have problems processing information. ... Many prisoners also report long-term mental health problems after being held in isolation.