Social Isolation Is Worse Than Loneliness

Noam Shpancer Ph.D. – July 1, 2022

Loneliness gets press. But social isolation may do more damage.

KEY POINTS

  • Loneliness and social isolation are often correlated, but they are not one and the same.
  • Loneliness is a subjective feeling. Social isolation is an objective condition.
  • Research suggests that social isolation is a greater risk factor for health than loneliness.

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