28 Views· 12 September 2023
7 Signs You Feel Deep Loneliness
Advertisement
Why do we feel lonely in a world where there are billions of people? In a world where we are more connected than ever, why is the suicide rate increasing, and mental health declining? One of the reason is because we are less willing to talk to people face to face. Without that face to face connection, we don't truly get the endorphins we need to feel good. What do you think is causing the loneliness epidemic, and people to feel lonely?
Do you have tips to help your fellow community members overcome loneliness?
Just remember YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We have a discord and Facebook page for you to connect with your peers. Talk to someone and reach out to a professional for help.
Official Discord: https://discord.gg/EsWEvrJ
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Vanessa Tao
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera (www.youtube.com/amandasilvera)
Animator: Aury
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
References:
Peteet, J. R. (2011). Approaching emptiness: Subjective, objective and existential dimensions. Journal of Religion and Health, 50(3), 558-63. Retrieved from dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10943-010-9443-7
Heinrich, L. M., & Gullone, E. (2006). The clinical significance of loneliness: A literature review. Clinical psychology review, 26(6), 695-718.
Hawkley, L. C., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2010). Loneliness matters: A theoretical and empirical review of consequences and mechanisms. Annals of behavioral medicine, 40(2), 218-227.
Cacioppo, J. T., & Cacioppo, S. (2018). The growing problem of loneliness. The Lancet, 391(10119), 426.
American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th Edition. APA Publishing.
Up next
Advertisement
0 Comments