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VLAICU, Cristina. "LONELINESS IN THE ELDERLY– LITERATURE REVIEW." ANTHROPOLOGICAL RESEARCHES AND STUDIES 14, no. 1 (2024): 385–417. http://dx.doi.org/10.26758/14.1.27.
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Objectives. This study aims to conduct an in-depth analysis of the intricate facets of loneliness to acquire a deeper comprehension of this emotional state. It also aims to identify psychological and therapeutic interventions that can significantly improve the overall well-being of elderly individuals. Given that loneliness has a significant detrimental effect on the physical and mental health, as well as the lifespan of seniors, it is a significant public health concern. Material and methods. This paper aims to comprehensively analyze loneliness by examining it from psychosocial and phenomenological perspectives. Through this exploration, we hope to gain a deeper understanding of this complex experience and its impact on individuals. Our findings may reveal new insights into addressing the challenges of loneliness and harnessing its potential for growth and transformation. Results. The experience of loneliness is multifaceted and intricate, lacking a universally accepted language to articulate it. Understanding the roots of loneliness is crucial to effectively preventing and intervening. Because people of different ages tend to experience loneliness in various ways, this study set out to identify the unique characteristics of each age group that put people at risk of or provide protection from experiencing loneliness. Conclusions. Loneliness is a growing concern among professionals, political authorities, and society due to its negative impact on individual and social health, the population’s well-being, and its support networks. The issue of loneliness among older adults is complex and requires further investigation. We can better understand this issue and develop effective global interventions by exploring it. Given the widespread prevalence of loneliness among seniors, additional research is urgently needed to better comprehend how older adults interpret and experience this phenomenon. Keywords: loneliness, isolation, age, ageing, health, senior citizens.
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Kilicheva, Mekhriniso Rajabovna. "POETICS OF WORKS ON LONELINESS IN AMERICAN AND UZBEK LITERATURE." Scientific Reports of Bukhara State University 5, no. 5 (December 30, 2021): 56–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.52297/2181-1466/2021/5/5/5.
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Introduction. Because the fundamental subject of literature is a human being, psychological states play an important part in the understanding and depiction of his feelings. Dream, terror, horror, death, loneliness, lie, trick, and mad are all lyrical notions that come to mind at this time. The study of their poetic expression, as well as the process of transitioning from an unaesthetic to an aesthetic occurrence, is today's critical literary topics. Loneliness is a versatile concept. Its causes, forms, manifestations, mental states and external factors are different. Therefore, it is studied in philosophy as a concept, in psychology as a psychological state, in medicine as a disease, in tasavvuf as a means of reaching God. Research methods. In the following article the poetics of literary works with the title of loneliness is analysed. Comparative-typological and psychological analysis of the image of lonely characters are the main methods used in our research. Results and discussions. The motif of loneliness has become not only a means of organizing the content of the work, but also a means of ensuring compositional integrity. Because the course of events, the mental state of the protagonist is directly related to the feeling of loneliness, and if loneliness is removed from the plot of the story, its composition is seriously damaged. Conclusion. When the word loneliness appears in the title of a work in both literatures, it rises to the level of leitmotif, providing the work's compositional integrity, uniting the events around it, and revealing the major concept. It is directly related to the work's principal theme and concept. The causes of the phenomenon of loneliness have been examined in terms of psychology, philosophy, and literary studies, and the following have been identified as the main reasons: the individual's inability to accept changes in the social system, the inability of the individual to agree with meaningless procedures in society, his moral and religious beliefs sharply different from those around him, problems with personal life, and a tendency to loneliness. Social situations such as poverty, mental illness, old age, unemployment, and crime cause the risk of loneliness.
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Kalajdžija, Jelena S. "LONELINESS IN IGOR KOLAROV’S LITERATURE." Detinjstvo L, no. 1 (2024): 124–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.46793/childhood24.1.124k.
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Following the motif of the loner and the emotional spectrum caused by the so-called loneliness, Igor Kolarov’s prose illuminated in the key of his posthumously published works, most notably in the Sokolica Almanac (Sokolički zbornik), reveals crypto-elements that find prototexts in the Orthodox literature of the Holy Fathers. How close the world of the child is to the foundations of Orthodox dogma is shown by the fact that the poetic practices of minimalism and camouflage allow Kolarov to interpolate them into hypermodern, i.e. ahead- of-time literature, which shows only creation in the space of the universe, participatory (writer-reader) not as a postmodern legacy but as Eucharistic imperative.
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Collins, Tracy, Deborah Davys, Rachel Martin, Rachel Russell, and Christine Kenney. "Occupational therapy, loneliness and social isolation: a thematic review of the literature." International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation 27, no. 10 (October 2, 2020): 1–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2019.0044.
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Background/Aims Loneliness and social isolation are thought to have a negative impact on health and wellbeing. There is little literature that provides an explicit focus on loneliness and social isolation in occupational therapy practice. The aim of this study was to explore themes related to loneliness and social isolation in occupational therapy-related literature and consider the implications for practice. Methods CINAHL, Medline, Pub Med, AMed, PsycINFO, TRIP Database, and Science direct and Web of science databases were used to identify articles pertaining to occupational therapy, loneliness and social isolation. Results A total of 20 articles were included and three themes were identified: loneliness and social isolation are detrimental to health and wellbeing; factors associated with increased loneliness and social isolation; factors that protect against the impact of loneliness and social isolation. Conclusions Loneliness and social isolation have a significant impact on the health and wellbeing of the people occupational therapists work with. Occupational therapy practice should include the recognition and assessment of loneliness and social isolation, and interventions to help reduce any impacts on health and wellbeing.
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Di Perna, Gabriela, Katrina Radford, Gaery Barbery, and Janna Anneke Fitzgerald. "A Systematic Literature Review of Loneliness in Community Dwelling Older Adults." Social Sciences 12, no. 1 (December 28, 2022): 21. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/socsci12010021.
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Research on loneliness is extensive. This paper presents a systematic review of intervention studies, outlining the antecedents to, and consequences of loneliness in community-dwelling older people. Using PRISMA methodology, a systematic literature review was conducted between January and August 2021 resulting in 49 useable articles. Papers were included if they: (a) investigated older people (+50); (b) were living in community dwellings; (c) had been published in English; (d) had titles or abstracts available and, (e) were published between 2016 and 2021. This study found the antecedents and consequences of social, emotional and existential loneliness differ, however, the vast majority of research has not examined the unique types of loneliness and instead kept loneliness as a generic term, despite the acceptance that various types of loneliness exist. In addition, the findings of intervention studies identified through this review have yielded mixed results. Those interventions focused on improving personal and psycho-social resources for older people fared better outcomes than those focused on technological and social connections alone. This paper reports important implications for the future of research conducted on loneliness and interventions accordingly.
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Khadka, Gita, and Megh Raj Dangal. "Social Life of Senior Citizens: A Review of Therapeutic Effects of Gardening for Wellbeing in Urban Nepal." Open Journal for Sociological Studies 5, no. 1 (July 31, 2021): 21–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.32591/coas.ojss.0501.03021k.
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This paper provides the insights for a better understanding of individual, familiar, and social factors of loneliness that influence wellbeing of people in later life. The review offers a thematic analysis on loneliness in elderly people and the therapeutic effects of gardening activities for healthy ageing. Five key themes related to loneliness of elderly people emerged across the papers: loneliness-an issue for wellbeing in life after retirement; the effects of gardening and plants on loneliness; gardening – a therapeutic tool to combat loneliness; elderly’s loneliness during the pandemic and home gardening; and national and international initiatives to decrease loneliness in the elderly population. The review found a significant gap in literature directly connecting loneliness in the elderly with gardening activities for happy and healthy life ageing. The review found that there is a limited number of literatures on the loneliness situation of elderly people during the pandemic, where gardening plays a vital role to reduce the psychological problem while maintaining the social distancing and isolation.
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Grover, Sandeep. "Loneliness Among the Elderly: a Mini Review." Consortium Psychiatricum 3, no. 1 (January 15, 2022): 30–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.17816/cp143.
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Loneliness is understood as a painful negative emotion. Since its introduction into the psychiatric literature in 1959, the understanding of loneliness has improved considerably, and is now understood to be a distinct entity to such issues as social isolation, solitude, and depression. However, there is still a lack of consensus on the general definition of loneliness. Similarly, different dimensions of loneliness have been described in the literature. It is understood in terms of either transient versus situational versus chronic loneliness; state versus trait loneliness; and the concept of unidimensional versus multidimensional loneliness. The reported prevalence of loneliness varies considerably in the literature, with evidence from metanalysis suggesting the prevalence of moderate loneliness that ranges from 31 to 100% with a mean of 61%, and that of severe loneliness ranging from 9 to 81%, with a mean prevalence of 35% among the elderly. Loneliness among the elderly is associated with significant adverse mental and physical health outcomes in the form of cardiovascular diseases, stroke, diabetes mellitus, arthritis, depression, anxiety, dementia, and even problematic internet use. Over the years, different instruments [University of California Los Angeles Loneliness Scale (UCLA-LS), De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale, Single-Item direct measure of loneliness] have been designed to assess loneliness among the elderly. Some of the interventions suggest that persons experiencing loneliness could benefit from improved social skills, enhanced social support, increased opportunities for social contact, and addressing maladaptive social cognition.
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Moens, Eline, Stijn Baert, Elsy Verhofstadt, and Luc Van Ootegem. "Does loneliness lurk in temp work? Exploring the associations between temporary employment, loneliness at work and job satisfaction." PLOS ONE 16, no. 5 (May 3, 2021): e0250664. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0250664.
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This research contributes to the limited literature concerning the determinants of loneliness at work, as well as to the literature on psychological outcomes associated with temporary work. More specifically, we are adding to the literature by exploring whether there is an association between working temporarily and loneliness at work and whether loneliness at work partly explains the association between working temporarily and job satisfaction. To this end, we analyse—by means of a mediation model—a unique sample of Flemish employees in the private sector. We find that employees with a temporary contract experience more loneliness at work as opposed to employees with a permanent contract. In addition, we discover that loneliness at work mediates the association between working temporarily and job satisfaction.
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Pels, Fabian, and Jens Kleinert. "Feeling lonely in the lab: A literature review and partial examination of recent loneliness induction procedures for experiments." Psihologija 50, no. 2 (2017): 203–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.2298/psi160823006p.
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Few laboratory experiments have been conducted in loneliness research in the past. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to review, partially investigate and discuss loneliness induction procedures in order to facilitate future laboratory experiments in loneliness research (e.g. to examine the link between loneliness and social cognition). Previous studies have found both unconscious (i.e. professional hypnosis) and conscious (i.e. recalling and calling out lonely experiences) procedures to be successful in inducing loneliness. Another conscious procedure (i.e. recalling and writing down lonely experiences) that has been described in recent literature has not yet been examined. Therefore, the present study aimed to examine this procedure using a one-group before-after design. However, this procedure, in which the participants had to recall and write down two lonely situations, was not found to significantly induce loneliness. Of 16 participants, only three reported at least some higher feelings of loneliness following this procedure.
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Tzouvara, Vasiliki, and Pinar Kupdere. "Examining Differences, Relationships, and Predictors for Loneliness in an Adult Population: The Roles of Personal Characteristics, Place of Residence, Leisure Activities, Mental Health, and Social Outcomes." Social Sciences 11, no. 9 (September 19, 2022): 425. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/socsci11090425.
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Loneliness is associated with poor mental and social outcomes globally. The literature suggests an association between loneliness and personal characteristics, place of residence, and leisure activities. However, the current literature has produced inconsistent findings and has focused largely on older adults. This study is one of the first to examine the differences, relationships, and predictors of loneliness in an adult population, and the roles of personal characteristics, place of residence, leisure activities, mental health, and social outcomes. A cross-sectional online survey was undertaken. A sample of 155 adults responded, with a mean age of 34.5 years (SD = 13.2), and with 54.1% identifying as female. An analysis revealed experiences of loneliness across the sample. In addition, age was moderately associated with loneliness, while psychological distress, depressive symptoms, and social networks were significantly associated with loneliness. Depressive symptoms were a positive predictor for loneliness, and social networks were a negative predictor for loneliness. This study has confirmed findings from previous research and provided new information on loneliness, which can guide future research and interventions to prevent or support people who suffer from loneliness.
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Bowers, Katherine, Joan Carpenter, Marleen Thornton, Hannah Fetting, and Erin Johnson. "LONELINESS IN LGBTQIA+ OLDER ADULTS: A SCOPING REVIEW." Innovation in Aging 6, Supplement_1 (November 1, 2022): 847. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igac059.3035.
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Abstract Loneliness in older adulthood is responsible for poor mental and physical health, cognitive decline, and early mortality. Older adults in the LGBTQIA+ community experience additional layers of vulnerability, such as discrimination, higher rates of childlessness, health inequity, and economic disparity that place them at high risk for loneliness. The purpose of this scoping review is to explore the existing literature on loneliness in LGBTQIA+ older adults and identify knowledge gaps to inform future research recommendations. Using the Arskey & O’Malley methodological framework, our team searched PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, PsychINFO, Scopus, and Google Scholar using keywords related to older adults, sexual and gender minorities, and loneliness. We identified 61 articles from 1980 to 2022. Most of the research in this literature reflected studies using descriptive and qualitative approaches. Intervention studies were the least reported. One opinion piece is included. Initial findings highlight associations between discrimination and loneliness, poor mental health and loneliness, the challenges of HIV in older adulthood and loneliness, and loneliness experienced in caregiving and end of life in LGBTQIA+ older adults. Importantly, many studies emphasized the protective nature of strong social support and community ties against loneliness. Equally, the literature suggests that limited social support is a significant risk factor for loneliness in this population. Older gender non-binary and LGBTQIA+ people of color were underrepresented in many studies. Future research should include intervention research that targets loneliness in this population as well as studies focused on understanding loneliness more comprehensively in underrepresented LGBTQIA+ older adults.
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Hutto, Lashawn, Michelle Odlum, Maritza Dowling, and Laurie Theeke. "DEPRESSION AND LONELINESS IN BLACK WOMEN WITH HYPERTENSION: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW." Innovation in Aging 7, Supplement_1 (December 1, 2023): 753. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igad104.2435.
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Abstract Hypertension occurs more frequently in Black women than men. Over 50% of Black women have hypertension, compared to 39% of non-Hispanic white women and 38% of Hispanic women. Black women with hypertension are more likely to report depressive symptoms which are associated with hypertension, a known risk for cardiovascular diseases including myocardial infarction, heart failure, and stroke. This paper presents a synthesis of findings from quantitative studies that measured depression and loneliness in black women with hypertension. The literature search used EbscoHost with the following databases: Medline Complete, Academic Search Complete, Medline, Pub-Med, Scopus, APA PsycArticles, APA PsycINFO, and CINAHL. Twelve articles were included. Loneliness and social isolation are predictive of depression in black women ages 40 and older. The issue is further confounded by cultural norms that include not seeking therapy, discussing symptoms, and displaying vulnerability, leading to loneliness and disconnection. Loneliness is increased in middle age black women who’ve experienced traumatic events. In an intervention trial, the associations between blood pressure control and living arrangements were examined. Middle- aged black women living alone were reported to have a higher prevalence of uncontrolled blood pressure, cardiovascular events, and mortality compared to those living with others. There are limited studies of loneliness and depression in black women with hypertension. Additional studies are needed that include variables reflective of cultural norms. A culturally sensitive clinical environment that facilitates discussion about feelings of depression and loneliness could be foundational to the development of new more precise interventions for black women with hypertension.
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Schroyen, S., N. Janssen, L. A. Duffner, M. Veenstra, E. Pyrovolaki, E. Salmon, and S. Adam. "Prevalence of Loneliness in Older Adults: A Scoping Review." Health & Social Care in the Community 2023 (September 14, 2023): 1–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2023/7726692.
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Objectives. To review the prevalence of loneliness (during/after COVID-19) in older people. Design. Scoping review using Medline and PsycInfo for worldwide prevalence estimates (white published literature search) and Google for prevalence data inside the Euregio Meuse-Rhine (grey literature). Setting. Worldwide prevalence estimates and a focus on the Euregio Meuse-Rhine. Participants. Papers published between 2016 and 2022 and a mean age of minimum of 65 years. Measurements. Prevalence estimates for older people. Results. The white literature search yielded 37 articles. Before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, loneliness estimates were the highest in Nigeria (46%) and the lowest in Australia (5%) (mean prevalence was 25.6%). Loneliness was reported to be higher in specific populations, for example, people living in specific communities such as senior housing communities or with impairments, than in the general population, with a mean prevalence estimate of 47.8%. During COVID-19, the prevalence of loneliness was higher than that before the pandemic: we observed a mean prevalence of 39.4%, in comparison to 25.6 before COVID-19. The grey literature search showed that, compared to Belgium and the Netherlands (13.5% and 36.5%, respectively), loneliness estimates were the lowest in Germany, with a mean prevalence of 7.7%. Conclusion. Large international differences in the prevalence of loneliness were observed between countries and populations studied. Several hypotheses could explain such differences, including sociocultural or historical-political characteristics. Without surprise, the pandemic and associated measures were linked to a higher level of loneliness. Furthermore, recommendations for addressing loneliness, including interventions, are discussed.
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Richardson, Thomas, Peter Elliott, and Ron Roberts. "Relationship between loneliness and mental health in students." Journal of Public Mental Health 16, no. 2 (June 19, 2017): 48–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jpmh-03-2016-0013.
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Purpose Previous cross-sectional research has examined the effect of loneliness on mental health. The purpose of this paper is to examine longitudinal relationships in students. Design/methodology/approach A total of 454 British undergraduate students completed measures of loneliness and mental health at four time points. Findings After controlling for demographics and baseline mental health, greater loneliness predicted greater anxiety, stress, depression and general mental health over time. There was no evidence that mental health problems increased loneliness over time. There was no relationship with alcohol problems. Baseline loneliness predicted greater eating disorder risk at follow-up and vice versa. Research limitations/implications This study is limited by a relatively small and heavily female sample. Practical implications Social and psychological interventions to reduce loneliness in university settings may improve mental health. Social implications Universities should consider organising social activities to mitigate feelings of loneliness in students. Originality/value This study adds to the literature as a longitudinal analysis showing that loneliness exacerbates poor mental health over time. This also adds to the literature for students specifically, and suggests a possible bi-directional relationship between eating disorders and loneliness for the first time.
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Ezeokonkwo, Francesca C., Kathleen L. Sekula, and Laurie A. Theeke. "Loneliness in Homebound Older Adults: Integrative Literature Review." Journal of Gerontological Nursing 47, no. 8 (August 2021): 13–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20210624-01.
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Heinrich, Liesl M., and Eleonora Gullone. "The clinical significance of loneliness: A literature review." Clinical Psychology Review 26, no. 6 (October 2006): 695–718. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2006.04.002.
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Boulazreg, Samir, and Ami Rokach. "The Lonely, Isolating, and Alienating Implications of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome." Healthcare 8, no. 4 (October 20, 2020): 413. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/healthcare8040413.
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This article provides a narrative review on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) through a psychosocial lens and examines how this impairment affects its sufferers during adolescence and adulthood, as well as how it impacts family caregivers and healthcare professionals’ mental health. Since there has been a lack of investigation in the literature, the primary psychosocial stressor that this review focuses on is loneliness. As such, and in an attempt to help establish a theoretical framework regarding how loneliness may impact ME/CFS, loneliness is comprehensively reviewed, and its relation to chronic illness is described. We conclude by discussing a variety of coping strategies that may be employed by ME/CFS individuals to address their loneliness. Future directions and ways with which the literature may investigate loneliness and ME/CFS are discussed.
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Świetlik, Anna. ",,Стерильное одиночество” голубого цвета в рассказах Евгения Харитонова." Kultury Wschodniosłowiańskie - Oblicza i Dialog, no. 8 (December 20, 2018): 245–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.14746/kw.2018.8.20.
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The main goal of this article was to examine the role of loneliness in the short stories by Yevgeny Kharitonov, whose pieces are considered to be representative for Russian gay literature (LGBT Literature) of the Soviet period. This article explores the reasons why loneliness and its subsequent stages became the main motif of Kharitonov's literary work. The term "sterile loneliness", brought to light by Eduard Limonov, perfectly reflects the deep sense of loneliness which is the worst struggle in the main character’s life. The author of this article attempts to show the psychological figure of a lonely and love-awaiting character in the short stories by Yevgeny Kharitonov.
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Beller, Johannes, and Adina Wagner. "Loneliness and Health: The Moderating Effect of Cross-Cultural Individualism/Collectivism." Journal of Aging and Health 32, no. 10 (July 29, 2020): 1516–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0898264320943336.
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Objectives: The adverse health effects of loneliness are well documented, but less is known about cultural moderators of this relationship. Contributing to the literature, we examined whether cross-cultural differences in individualism moderate the effect of loneliness on health. Methods: We used population-based longitudinal data of 14 countries ( N = 40,797), as provided by the Survey of Health, Ageing, and Retirement in Europe data. Multilevel regression analyses were employed. Moderating effects were analyzed for multiple health outcomes: activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, grip strength, life satisfaction, depression, memory performance, verbal fluency, and numeracy. Results: Cultural individualism significantly moderated the effect of loneliness on health regarding most health outcomes. In general, the effect of loneliness on health became stronger in less individualistic/more collectivistic countries. Discussion: Cultural individualism proved to be one important moderator of the loneliness–health relationship. As previous studies mostly used samples from highly individualistic countries, the current literature might severely underestimate the global public health burden of loneliness.
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Krause-Parello, Cheryl A. "Loneliness in the School Setting." Journal of School Nursing 24, no. 2 (April 2008): 66–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/10598405080240020301.
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Loneliness is a phenomenon that has been recorded in literature throughout the ages. It is now being recognized as problem not only in adults but in children and adolescents as well. Loneliness is an emotional state that can be a barrier to a student’s social development and affect their physical and mental health. Various contributing factors and recognizable situations that contribute to loneliness have been identified. Loneliness is also risk factor for other related health problems. It is important for school nurses to be alert to symptoms of loneliness and know how to assist students to cope with loneliness in the school setting.
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Koroteyeva, Elena Mikhaylovna, and Kseniya Viktorovna Skuratova. "Situational, Personal Determinants and Types of Lonely of Pupils of Kadet Board School." Herald of Omsk University. Series: Psychology, no. 2 (July 28, 2020): 5–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.24147/2410-6364.2020.2.5-11.
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The purpose of the work was to study situational, personal determinants and types of loneliness of
adolescents. Based on a theoretical analysis of the literature and practical research, we identified the
frequency of experience, personality determinants of loneliness of adolescents and personality types of
adolescents experiencing loneliness based on personal, situational variables and taking into account the
characteristics of the experience. They also determined the intensity of the experience of loneliness and
situational factors that determine the experience of loneliness in adolescence.
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Lestari, Wahyu Agustin Eka. "THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED NON-CLINICAL COMMUNITY INTERVENTIONS TO REDUCE LONELINESS IN THE ELDERLY: A LITERATURE REVIEW." Journal of Vocational Nursing 4, no. 1 (May 31, 2023): 45–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/jovin.v4i1.43689.
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Introduction: The condition of the elderly who experience various declines in biological and psychological functions can affect mobility and social contact, one of which is a sense of loneliness (loneliness). The purpose of this study was to identify the effect of Digital Information Technology-based interventions in reducing loneliness in the elderly. Methods: A systematic review using three electronic databases (Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science) from the last 7 years (2014-2021). The research used quasi-experiments and Randomized Control Trials (RCT). The data analysis used is descriptive analysis with a narrative approach. Results: There were 8 articles that met the inclusion criteria in the review. All selected studies discuss the effect of Digital Technology-based interventions on reducing loneliness in the elderly. Other interventions are needed such as technological interventions (eg, digital applications (apps), online social networks and social robots) to enhance emotional support and social interaction. Conclusions: This systematic review concluded that the evidence for the effectiveness of technology-based interventions for reducing loneliness in the elderly is uncertain. Basically, technology is not a solution to reduce loneliness in the elderly, but a tool that helps them stay connected with family members, friends, neighbors, etc. and get access to information and resources.
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Gardiner, Clare, Pete Laud, Tim Heaton, and Merryn Gott. "What is the prevalence of loneliness amongst older people living in residential and nursing care homes? A systematic review and meta-analysis." Age and Ageing 49, no. 5 (May 12, 2020): 748–57. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afaa049.
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Abstract Background the number of older people living in residential and nursing care homes is rising. Loneliness is a major problem for older people, but little is known about the prevalence of loneliness amongst older people living in care homes. Aim to undertake a systematic review of literature on the prevalence of moderate and severe loneliness amongst older people living in residential and nursing care homes. Design we systematically reviewed the databases Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Embase, Scopus, Cochrane and Allied and Complementary Medicine Database (AMED) from inception to January 2019. We included all studies reporting data on the prevalence of loneliness amongst older people living in care homes. A random-effects meta-analysis was conducted on all eligible data. Results a total of 13 articles were included, representing 5,115 participants (age range of 55–102 years, mean age 83.5 years, 68% female). There was a significant variation between studies in estimates of prevalence. The prevalence of moderate loneliness ranged from 31 to 100%, and the prevalence of severe loneliness ranged from 9 to 81%. The estimated mean prevalence of ‘moderate loneliness’ was 61% (95% confidence interval (CI): 0.41, 0.80). The estimated mean prevalence of ‘severe loneliness’ was 35% (95% CI: 0.14, 0.60). Conclusion the prevalence of both moderate loneliness and severe loneliness amongst care home residents is high enough to warrant concern. However, the significant variation in prevalence estimates warrants further research. Future studies should identify which interventions can address loneliness and promote meaningful social engagement to enhance quality of life in care homes.
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da Silva, Tiago Horta Reis. "Loneliness in older adults." British Journal of Community Nursing 29, no. 2 (February 2, 2024): 60–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2024.29.2.60.
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This article aims to provide an overview on loneliness in older people, with an emphasis on how insights from this body of literature can significantly contribute to the enhancement of care provided by community nurses. This review aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the factors contributing to loneliness, its impact on the physical and mental health of older individuals, and the role community nurses can play in mitigating and addressing loneliness.
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Palmer, Barton W., Mariam A. Hussain, and James B. Lohr. "Loneliness in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Neglected Factor in Accelerated Aging?" Journal of Ageing and Longevity 2, no. 4 (December 9, 2022): 326–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jal2040027.
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Prior research suggests that people with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) may experience a form of accelerated biological aging. In other populations, loneliness has been shown to elevate risk for many of the same components of accelerated biological aging, and other deleterious outcomes, as seen in people with PTSD. Although standard diagnostic criteria for PTSD include “feelings of detachment or estrangement from others”, the relationship of such feelings to the concept of loneliness remains uncertain, in par potentially due to a failure to distinguish between loneliness versus objective social isolation. In order to catalyze wider research attention to loneliness in PTSD, and the potential contribution to accelerated biological aging, the present paper provides three components: (1) a conceptual overview of the relevant constructs and potential interrelationships, (2) a review of the limited extant empirical literature, and (3) suggested directions for future research. The existing empirical literature is too small to support many definitive conclusions, but there is evidence of an association between loneliness and symptoms of PTSD. The nature of this association may be complex, and the causal direction(s) uncertain. Guided by the conceptual overview and review of existing literature, we also highlight key areas for further research. The ultimate goal of this line of work is to elucidate mechanisms underlying any link between loneliness and accelerated aging in PTSD, and to develop, validate, and refine prevention and treatment efforts.
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Erzen, Evren, and Özkan Çikrikci. "The effect of loneliness on depression: A meta-analysis." International Journal of Social Psychiatry 64, no. 5 (May 23, 2018): 427–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0020764018776349.
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Background: Negative emotions, which have a common, chronic and recurrent structure, play a vital role in the development and maintenance of psychopathology. In this study, loneliness as a negative emotion was considered to be a predisposing factor in depression. Aim: The aim of this meta-analysis is to determine the effect of loneliness on depression. Method: Initially, a literature scan was performed and all related literature was pooled together ( n = 531). Based on scales determined by the researchers, it was decided to include 88 studies in the analysis. This study obtained a sampling group of 40,068 individuals. Results: The results of using a random effects model for analysis showed that loneliness had a moderately significant effect on depression. None of the variables of study sampling group, type of publication and publication year were found to be moderator variables. Conclusion: According to the results of the research, loneliness may be said to be a significant variable affecting depression. The findings obtained are discussed in light of the literature.
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Hodgson, Sam, Isabella Watts, Simon Fraser, Paul Roderick, and Hajira Dambha-Miller. "Loneliness, social isolation, cardiovascular disease and mortality: a synthesis of the literature and conceptual framework." Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine 113, no. 5 (May 2020): 185–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0141076820918236.
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To conduct a systematic review and develop a conceptual framework on the mechanisms linking loneliness, social isolation, health outcomes and mortality. Electronic databases were systematically searched (PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus and EMBASE) from inception to October 2018 followed by manual searching to identify research on loneliness, social isolation and mortality in adults published in the English language. Articles were assessed for quality and synthesised into a conceptual framework using meta-ethnographical approaches. A total of 122 articles were included. These collated observational designs examining mediators and moderations of the association in addition to qualitative studies exploring potential mechanisms were included. A framework incorporating 18 discrete factors implicated in the association between loneliness, social isolation and mortality was developed. Factors were categorised into societal or individual, and sub-categorised into biological, behavioural and psychological. These findings emphasise the complex multidirectional relationship between loneliness, social isolation and mortality. Our conceptual framework may allow development of more holistic interventions, targeting many of the interdependent factors that contribute to poor outcomes for lonely and socially isolated people.
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Shah, Hurmat Ali, and Mowafa Househ. "Understanding Loneliness in Younger People: Review of the Opportunities and Challenges for Loneliness Interventions." Interactive Journal of Medical Research 12 (November 2, 2023): e45197. http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/45197.
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Loneliness affects the quality of life of people all around the world. Loneliness is also shown to be directly associated with mental health issues and is often the cause of mental health problems. It is also shown to increase the risk of heart diseases and other physical illnesses. Loneliness is studied both from the social and medical sciences perspectives. There are also interventions on the basis of health informatics, information and communication technologies (ICTs), social media, and other technological solutions. In the literature, loneliness is studied from various angles and perspectives ranging from biological to socioeconomical and through anthropological understandings of technology. From the ICT and technological sides, there are multiple reviews studying the effectiveness of intervention strategies and solutions. However, there is a lack of a comprehensive review on loneliness that engulfs the psychological, social, and technological studies of loneliness. From the perspective of loneliness informatics (ie, the application of health informatics practices and tools), it is important to understand the psychological and biological basis of loneliness. When it comes to technological interventions to fight off loneliness, the majority of interventions focus on older people. While loneliness is highest among older people, theoretical and demographical studies of loneliness give a U-shaped distribution age-wise to loneliness; that is, younger people and older people are the demographics most affected by loneliness. But the strategies and interventions designed for older people cannot be directly applied to younger people. We present the dynamics of loneliness in younger people and also provide an overview of the technological interventions for loneliness in younger people. This paper presents an approach wherein the studies carried out from the perspectives of digital health and informatics are discussed in detail. A comprehensive overview of the understanding of loneliness and the study of the overall field of tools and strategies of loneliness informatics was carried out. The need to study loneliness in younger people is addressed and particular digital solutions and interventions developed for younger people are presented. This paper can be used to overcome the challenges of technological gaps in the studies and strategies developed for loneliness. The findings of this study show that the majority of interventions and reviews are focused on older people, with ICT-based and social media–based interventions showing promise for countering the effects of loneliness. There are new technologies, such as conversational agents and robots, which are tailored to the particular needs of younger people. This literature review suggests that the digital solutions developed to overcome loneliness can benefit people, and younger people in particular, more if they are made interactive in order to retain users.
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Eccles, Alice M., Pamela Qualter, Margarita Panayiotou, Ruth Hurley, Michel Boivin, and Richard E. Tremblay. "Trajectories of Early Adolescent Loneliness: Implications for Physical Health and Sleep." Journal of Child and Family Studies 29, no. 12 (August 29, 2020): 3398–407. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10826-020-01804-3.
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AbstractThe current study examines the relationship between prolonged loneliness, physical health, and sleep among young adolescents (10–13 years; N = 1214; 53% girls). Loneliness was measured at 10, 12 and 13 years of age along with parent-reported health and sleep outcomes. Using growth mixture modelling, 6 distinct trajectories were identified: ‘low increasing to high loneliness’ (n = 23, 2%), ‘high reducing loneliness’ (n = 28, 3%), ‘medium stable loneliness’ (n = 60, 5%), ‘medium reducing loneliness’ (n = 185, 15%), ‘low increasing to medium loneliness’ (n = 165, 14%), and ‘low stable loneliness’ (n = 743, 61%). Further analyses found non-significant differences between the loneliness trajectories and parent-report health and sleep outcomes including visits to health professionals, perceived general health, and sleep quality. The current study offers an important contribution to the literature on loneliness and health. Results show that the relationship may not be evident in early adolescence when parent reports of children’s health are used. The current study highlights the importance of informant choice when reporting health. The implications of the findings for future empirical work are discussed.
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Kim, Boah, Lun Li, and Andrew Wister. "THE EFFECT OF INTERVENTIONS TO REDUCE SOCIAL ISOLATION AND LONELINESS AMONG FAMILY CAREGIVERS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW." Innovation in Aging 7, Supplement_1 (December 1, 2023): 188–89. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igad104.0622.
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Abstract Social isolation and loneliness are among the key risk factors for deleterious health and well-being among family caregivers. Interventions to reduce caregiver isolation and loneliness are of great interest as family caregivers are essential in community care, particularly senior care. The current study aims to review the literature on interventions regarding social isolation and loneliness among family caregivers and summarize successful strategies for reducing isolation and loneliness among family caregivers. A systematic literature review was conducted. Electronic databases were searched, and 1130 peer-reviewed journal articles published in English since 2000 were identified. A total of 34 eligible studies (16 quantitative studies, 8 qualitative studies, and 10 mixed methods studies) were included in this review. Findings from qualitative studies (including qualitative components from mixed methods studies) consistently reveal the positive experience of family caregivers in reducing isolation and loneliness. However, findings from quantitative studies add more layers of complexity with considerable evidence of failing to identify the change of isolation or loneliness after attending interventions. The studied caregiver groups, length of intervention, and scales used to measure isolation and loneliness are closely relevant to the effect of the intervention. Besides peer support, mentoring and skill training, technology (Internet-based programs) plays a significant role in facilitating family caregivers to maintain social interaction and connectedness. This review confirms the pleasant impacts of different interventions in reducing caregiver isolation and loneliness, but also calls for more research in identifying changes of isolation and loneliness both short- and long-term among family caregivers.
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Kwon, Simona, Deborah Min, and Stella Chong. "Asian American Older Adults and Social Isolation: A Systematic Literature Review." Innovation in Aging 4, Supplement_1 (December 1, 2020): 328. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igaa057.1051.
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Abstract Asian Americans are the fastest growing racial and ethnic minority group in the United States, whose population is aging considerably. Previous studies indicate that social isolation and loneliness disproportionately affects older adults and predicts greater physical, mental, and cognitive decline. A systematic literature review using PRISMA guidelines was conducted to address this emerging need to understand the scope of research focused on social isolation and loneliness among the disparity population of older Asian Americans. Four interdisciplinary databases were searched: PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and AgeLine; search terms included variations on social isolation, loneliness, Asian Americans, and older adults. Articles were reviewed based on six eligibility criteria: (1) research topic relevance, (2) study participants aged >60 years, (3) Asian immigrants as main participants, (4) conducted in the United States, (5) published between 1995-2019, and (6) printed in the English language. The search yielded 799 articles across the four databases and 61 duplicate articles were removed. Abstracts were screened for the 738 remaining studies, 107 of which underwent full-text review. A total of 56 articles met the eligibility criteria. Synthesis of our review indicates that existing research focuses heavily on Chinese and Korean American immigrant communities, despite the heterogeneity of the diverse Asian American population. Studies were largely observational and employed community-based sampling. Critical literature gaps exist surrounding social isolation and loneliness in Asian American older adults, including the lack of studies on South Asian populations. Future studies should prioritize health promotion intervention research and focus on diverse understudied Asian subgroups.
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Kilicheva, Mekhriniso. "THE EFFECT OF LONELINESS ON THEPSYCHE OF THE HEROES OF “WIDE SARGASSO SEA” BY JEAN RHYS." INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WORD ART 2, no. 3 (February 28, 2020): 32–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.26739/2181-9297-2020-2-5.
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In the current situation the problem of loneliness, which is becoming a global issue among the people of the world, the fact that the motif of "loneliness" has risen to the level of a separate motif of literature attracts the attention of literary critics. In this regard, it is important to reveal the socio-psychological basis of the factors of human loneliness. This article discusses the psychological underpinnings of loneliness motif inEnglish author Jean Rhys’s novel “The Wide Sargasso Sea”. The impact of loneliness on the psyche of the protagonists and the resulting tragedy of the protagonist, who became insane and put an end to her life, is analyzed
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Girzelska, Joanna, Magdalena Głowacka, Dorota Wilk-Jeziorska, Agnieszka Malikowska, Jolanta Dziewulska, and Anna Jasiówka. "Prevention of loneliness and social isolation as a factor determining the health of a senior." Pielegniarstwo XXI wieku / Nursing in the 21st Century 17, no. 4 (December 1, 2018): 41–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/pielxxiw-2018-0030.
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AbstractIntroduction. Loneliness is considered a disease of affluence. It is a mixture of lack of acceptance, rejection and unpleasant experiences. It is accompanied by disappointment, unhappiness and pessimism. The consequences of loneliness can be seen in the psyche and physical ailments.Aim. Demonstrating the impact of loneliness on the health of the elderly and possible interventions for entertainment in the prevention of loneliness of the elderly.Methodology. Literature was classified into the analysis, from which the content regarding the influence of loneliness on health of elderly and selected preventive interventions of the discussing phenomena.Conclusions. Loneliness results in the deterioration of the condition of the elderly, increases stress level in the body and the risk of depression. The ways of fighting with loneliness include education, participation in the Universities of the Third Age and activity in the senior clubs.
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Balapashev, B. S., A. O. Tursynbayeva, and A. R. Zhangaliyeva. "THE PROBLEM OF LONELINESS IN MODERN SOCIETY: A SOCIOLOGICAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL ANALYSIS." Adam alemi 95, no. 1 (March 15, 2023): 3–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.48010/2023-1/1999-5849.01.
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Among increasingly important social phenomena of a modern world is the problem of loneliness becoming more common among people of all ages due to various cognitive, behavioral, and social factors. People have been worried about the problem of loneliness throughout the history of mankind. This study is devoted to investigation of the phenomenon of loneliness from the perspectives of sociology and philosophy. The goal of research is to explore how relevant the problem of loneliness is in modern society. The descriptive study of loneliness based on the review of scientific literature used the methods of analysis and synthesis of the collected research data, thematic analysis, comparative analysis and data systematization. The research results demonstrated that loneliness is a universal phenomenon, caused by various factors, and leading to health risks, cognitive and behavioral disorders. The recommendations for overcoming loneliness were presented.
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Blai, Boris. "Health Consequences of Loneliness: A Review of the Literature." Journal of American College Health 37, no. 4 (January 1989): 162–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07448481.1989.9938410.
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Beal, Claudia. "LONELINESS IN OLDER WOMEN: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE." Issues in Mental Health Nursing 27, no. 7 (January 2006): 795–813. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01612840600781196.
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West, Donald A., Robert Kellner, and Maggi Moore-West. "The effects of loneliness: A review of the literature." Comprehensive Psychiatry 27, no. 4 (July 1986): 351–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0010-440x(86)90011-8.
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ANDERSSON, L. "Loneliness research and interventions: A review of the literature." Aging & Mental Health 2, no. 4 (November 1998): 264–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13607869856506.
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Hening Mahardika and Indahria Sulistyarini. "Positive Religious Coping dan Kesepian Selama Masa Pandemi COVID-19." Bandung Conference Series: Psychology Science 2, no. 3 (October 22, 2022): 828–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.29313/bcsps.v2i3.4883.
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Abstract. The COVID-19 pandemic has a direct and indirect impact on a person's life. Loneliness is one of the negative impacts that may occur due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Loneliness is a condition where a person has no friends or is isolated from the community. Loneliness can have some very detrimental effects. One of the factors that can affect loneliness is positive religious coping. The purpose of this literature study was to determine the relationship between loneliness and positive religious coping during the COVID-19 pandemic. This research was conduct using a literature review method. Based on a literature review from several sources, it was found that positive religious coping was negatively related to loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Which means, if someone has a high positive religious coping then he will have a low level of loneliness.
Abstrak. Pandemi COVID-19 memiliki dampak secara langsung dan tidak langsung untuk hidup seseorang. Kesepian adalah salah satu dampak negatif yang mungkin terjadi akibat pandemi COVID-19 ini. Kesepian merupakan keadaan dimana seseorang tidak memiliki teman atau sedang terisolasi dari komunitas. Kesepian dapat menimbulkan beberapa dampak negatif yang sangat merugikan. Salah satu faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi kesepian adalah positive religious coping. Tujuan dari studi literatur ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan positive religious coping dan kesepian selama pandemi COVID-19. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan metode literatur review. Berdasarkan penelusuran literatur dari beberapa sumber, didapatkan hasil bahwa positive religious coping berhubungan negatif dengan kesepian seseorang selama pandemi COVID-19. Artinya, jika seseorang memiliki positive religious coping yang tinggi maka ia akan memiliki tingkat kesepian yang rendah.
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Beneito-Montagut, Roser, Nizaiá Cassián-Yde, and Arantza Begueria. "What do we know about the relationship between internet-mediated interaction and social isolation and loneliness in later life?" Quality in Ageing and Older Adults 19, no. 1 (March 12, 2018): 14–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/qaoa-03-2017-0008.
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Purpose Social isolation and loneliness are recognised social, health and wellbeing problems that particularly affect later life. They have been the subject of many recent studies. Studies examining the role of the internet in addressing these problems have multiplied. However, it is still not known whether internet-mediated social interaction has any role in mitigating social isolation and or loneliness. To address this gap, the purpose of this paper is to review previous research that investigates the relationship between internet use for communication and social isolation and loneliness. Design/methodology/approach This paper reviews the empirical literature published since 2000 and expands on previous literature reviews by including a variety of research designs and disciplines. Findings Despite the recent increase in studies, there is still little evidence to show internet effects on social isolation and loneliness. It is concluded that future research programmes aimed at reducing them by the use of the internet should include more robust methodological and theoretical frameworks, employ longitudinal research designs and provide a more nuanced description of both the social phenomena (social isolation and loneliness) and internet-mediated social interaction. Originality/value Previous reviews are not restricted to internet-based studies and include several types of interventions aiming at reducing social isolation and/or loneliness. They do not attempt to disentangle the internet effects of social isolation and loneliness.
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Wang, Xuehua, Yixia Sun, and Thomas Kramer. "Ritualistic Consumption Decreases Loneliness by Increasing Meaning." Journal of Marketing Research 58, no. 2 (February 25, 2021): 282–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0022243721993426.
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Despite the prevalence of both chronic and transient loneliness and the detrimental consequences associated with them, as a negatively valenced response to social exclusion, loneliness has received surprisingly little attention in the marketing literature. Drawing on research showing that lonely people often lack meaning in their life, the authors propose that ritualistic behavior that involves consumer products may reduce loneliness by increasing meaning in life. Specifically, a series of studies finds that engaging in even minimal, unfamiliar rituals reduces loneliness among lonely consumers. The results support the important role of meaningfulness. The authors find that the effect of rituals on loneliness is mediated by meaning in life via perceived product meaningfulness. They also find that ritualistic behavior no longer affects loneliness when the experience of meaningfulness can be derived incidentally.
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Kim, Kyeong-Jun, In cheol Shin, Min Hee Cho, and Yun-Suk Lee. "Volunteering and Loneliness: The Differential Effects of Volunteer Types." Korean Association of Health and Medical Sociology 62 (April 30, 2023): 31–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.37243/kahms.2023.62.29.
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As the sense of loneliness has emerged as a serious social issue, several research has appeared recently. While previous studies has confirmed the positive implications of volunteering to perceived loneliness, they tended to focus on the old who has retired or widowed. But the literature indicates that people suffer from loneliness all over the life courses and so the study that cover those who are young as well as old is necessary. Using the data from a nationwide sample of 5,000 adults, this research examines the relationship between volunteering and loneliness in Korea. We find that volunteering is negatively associated with sense of loneliness for Koreans. In particular, participations in preservation of environment and supports of the social weak has strong positive implications. These findings recommend volunteering as a good cure of loneliness.
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Taylor, Harry O. "SOCIAL ISOLATION, LONELINESS, AND MEN'S HEALTH." Innovation in Aging 3, Supplement_1 (November 2019): S213. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igz038.781.
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Abstract Strong and fulfilling relationships are important components of men’s health and well-being across the life course; however, social isolation and loneliness are important but under-assessed conditions among older men. This is important to note because older men often subscribe to common masculinity themes regarding independence and self-sufficiency which places them at greater risk for social isolation and loneliness in comparison to older women. The purpose of this presentation is to review the social isolation and loneliness literature specifically among older men by 1) discussing gender differences, and the potential mechanisms behind these differences, in social isolation and loneliness, 2) examining health, behavioral and physiological effects of social isolation and loneliness specifically among older men, and 3) providing future research directions for understanding social isolation and loneliness among older men including understanding social isolation and loneliness and their associative outcomes among diverse samples of older men.
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Abdul Gafoor, Sharmeela. "Workplace loneliness and employee creativity from a positive perspective." International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147- 4478) 9, no. 6 (October 31, 2020): 244–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.20525/ijrbs.v9i6.911.
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In recent years, feeling lonely in the workplace has become a serious issue that has gained growing concern due to its complex outcomes. Limited research is available on workplace loneliness and empirical research on workplace loneliness is still in infancy. The purpose of this quantitative research study is to determine whether a positive relationship exists between workplace loneliness and employee creativity in the tourism industry of Maldives. I propose a moderated mediation model in which workplace loneliness foster employee creativity via personal identity and knowledge hiding hinders it, and this effect is moderated by team identification. Role transition and social identity theory are used as an explanatory framework for workplace loneliness and employee creativity. Results from a study of 204 individuals show that workplace loneliness is positively and significantly related to employee creativity. Further analysis identified that personal identity is positively and significantly related to the relationship between workplace loneliness and employee creativity. The discussion concludes that a subjective and personal experience; workplace loneliness can foster employee creativity. These results contribute to the literature on creativity and workplace loneliness by clarifying how and what influences of workplace loneliness are related to employee creativity. Recommendation for further research are give
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Mckniff, Moira, Stephanie M. Simone, and Tania Giovannetti. "Age, Loneliness, and Social Media Use in Adults during COVID-19: A Latent Profile Analysis." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 20, no. 11 (May 27, 2023): 5969. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20115969.
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Loneliness has been linked to morbidity and mortality across the lifespan. Social media could reduce loneliness, though research on the relation between social media and loneliness has been inconclusive. This study used person-centered analyses to elucidate the inconsistencies in the literature and examine the possible role technology barriers played in the relation between social media use and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants (n = 929; M age = 57.58 ± 17.33) responded to a series of online questions covering demographics, loneliness, technology barriers, and social media use (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, etc.) across a range of devices (e.g., computer, smartphone, etc.). A latent profile analysis was conducted to identify distinct profiles of social media use, loneliness patterns, and age. Results yielded five distinct profiles characterized that showed no systematic associations among age, social media use, and loneliness. Demographic characteristics and technology barriers also differed between profiles and were associated with loneliness. In conclusion, person-centered analyses demonstrated distinct groups of older and younger adults that differed on social media use and loneliness and may offer more fruitful insights over variable-centered approaches (e.g., regression/correlation). Technology barriers may be a viable target for reducing loneliness in adults.
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Baker, Özgür Erdur, and Asli Bugay. "Mediator and Moderator Role of Loneliness in the Relationship Between Peer Victimization and Depressive Symptoms." Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling 21, no. 2 (December 1, 2011): 175–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1375/ajgc.21.2.175.
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AbstractThe goal of this study was to examine the mediator and moderator roles of loneliness in the relationship between peer victimisation and depressive symptoms. The participants of the study were 144 adolescents (66 girls, 78 boys) ranging in age from 11 to 15 years. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses were conducted to test the relations of peer victimisation to depressive symptoms through the mediating role of loneliness, as well as examining the joint and independent effects of loneliness and victimisation on depressive symptoms. The results of the analysis indicated that loneliness fully mediates the relationship between victimisation and depressive symptoms but loneliness and victimisation independently contribute to depressive symptoms. Results are discussed in light of the related literature.
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Maes, Marlies, Wim Van den Noortgate, Janne Vanhalst, Wim Beyers, and Luc Goossens. "The Children’s Loneliness Scale." Assessment 24, no. 2 (July 28, 2016): 244–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1073191115605177.
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The present study examined the factor structure and construct validity of the Children’s Loneliness Scale (CLS), a popular measure of childhood loneliness, in Belgian children. Analyses were conducted on two samples of fifth and sixth graders in Belgium, for a total of 1,069 children. A single-factor structure proved superior to alternative solutions proposed in the literature, when taking item wording into account. Construct validity was shown by substantial associations with related constructs, based on both self-reported (e.g., depressive symptoms and low social self-esteem), and peer-reported variables (e.g., victimization). Furthermore, a significant association was found between the CLS and a peer-reported measure of loneliness. Collectively, these findings provide a solid foundation for the continuing use of the CLS as a measure of childhood loneliness.
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Victor, Christina, and Kimberley Smith. "INTEREST GROUP SESSION—LONELINESS AND SOCIAL ISOLATION: THE LANGUAGE(S) OF LONELINESS." Innovation in Aging 3, Supplement_1 (November 2019): S373. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igz038.1365.
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Abstract We offer a novel perspective on the burgeoning literature focused on loneliness later life by examining the language(s) used to describe, define and depict loneliness. We have an extensive body of work describing the prevalence of , ‘vulnerability factors’ and consequences of loneliness in later life. These activities start with pre-defined concepts of what loneliness is and often use scales and questions which may/may not use the term loneliness. How well does the contemporary language of loneliness used in research, policy, practice and the media really capture the depth and complexity of what people are experiencing? Do the terms and words use in our measurement scales and quantitative research resonate with this vocabulary? In qualitative research interviews how do older adults talk (or avoid talking) about loneliness? How does the media talk about loneliness and what images does this convey about later life? We will address these three issues in our seminar. Using data from qualitative interviews undertaken as part of a mixed methods study of temporal variations in loneliness, Thomas uncovers the strategies participants used to talk or avoid talking about loneliness. Victor uses qualitative data from 12,000 adults aged 60+ collected as part of the BBC loneliness experiment to examine the terms used to describe loneliness and to identify both the opposite of loneliness and the positive aspects of loneliness. Sullivan exposes how loneliness is constructed in print and digital media over a 10-year period in the UK and Canada and its role in framing the loneliness problem.
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vardoulakis, dimitris. "The critique of loneliness." Angelaki 9, no. 2 (August 2004): 81–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0969725042000272762.
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Rokach, Ami, and Gwenaëlle Philibert-Lignières. "Intimacy, Loneliness & Infidelity." Open Psychology Journal 8, no. 1 (May 15, 2015): 71–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1874350101508010071.
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This article explores the experience of loneliness in intimacy, with a special focus on infidelity. First, the notion of intimacy and love are examined and related to the concept of loneliness. To be in love is often thought to exclude being lonely but research shows otherwise.’ Loneliness is exacerbated when intimacy is shattered by interpersonal events like infidelity. A review of recent literature regarding infidelity is presented. The concepts of depression, social support, self-esteem, and betrayal as a result of infidelity are examined and linked to loneliness. Also included, is a small discussion regarding the psychological distress and loneliness of the adulterer, before and after the revelation of infidelity. It is further asserted that loneliness is a two-way construct when speaking of infidelity; not only is it a salient product of infidelity, but also a strong predictor of its occurrence.