Secret signs of loneliness to watch out for

From insomnia to alcohol abuse, here are a few signs of loneliness to know.

Published on: Jul 25, 2023 4:56 PM IST

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Loneliness is a state when we feel disconnected from others and isolated. "It is a common human experience and can occur even when surrounded by other people or in social situations. Loneliness is not solely determined by the number of social interactions a person has but rather by the quality and depth of those connections," wrote Therapist Lalitaa Suglani as she explained the secret signs that denote loneliness. (Unsplash)

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Excessive use of phone and social media can denote that we are in need of a social connection. This shows loneliness.  (Unsplash)

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People with loneliness sometimes avoid social gatherings because of the fear of encountering a lot of people at the same time.  (Unsplash)

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Using alcohol and food to cope with loneliness is extremely unhealthy for the body and the mind.  (Unsplash)

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Sometimes people who are lonely pour their heart and mind into work, making themselves workaholics.  (Unsplash)

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Loneliness can impact the sleep cycle – it can make people difficult to fall asleep or difficult to stay awake.  (Unsplash)