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Social isolation in modern societies

Thursday, 26 January 2017 9:55 AM [ Last Update: Thursday, 26 January 2017 9:55 AM ]

Social isolation in modern society

The experience of being separated from others may result from being physically removed from others, as when a person lives in a remote area, or it can result from the perception of being removed from a community, such as when a person feels socially or emotionally isolated from others.

Social isolation is distinct from the experience of solitude, which is simply the state of being alone, usually by choice. Taking time to be alone can be a healthy, rejuvenating experience that allows us to reconnect with our own needs, goals, beliefs, values, and feelings. But when a person experiences too much solitude or feels socially isolated from others, he or she may develop feelings of loneliness, social anxiety, helplessness, or depression, among others.

In this episode of Press Plus, we will learn more about social isolation in modern societies.

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