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Dealing with Loneliness
Loneliness. It's a part of life. Let's talk about it.
We're all affected by loneliness at times in our lives. We can feel lonely in a busy city or rural location, on social media or spending time on our own or with others. Try not to feel embarrassed or ashamed if you do.
Sometimes admitting we feel lonely can be hard. It’s important to remember that lots of people experience similar feelings of loneliness, and that they can pass.
Understanding our own reasons for feeling lonely can help identify and manage these feelings. Find out about possible signs of loneliness, reasons we feel lonely and ways to manage it. There are also links to more support if you or someone else needs it.
Head to the NHS Every Mind Matters webpage to find understand what loneliness is, the signs and symptoms, the causes, loneliness at university, tips of how to deal with it, and more help and support.
Published: Mar 1, 2024