A "silence that's always around you": report highlights the crisis of persistent loneliness in Australia

Headlines on health
11/08/2024 7 min
A "silence that's always around you": report highlights the crisis of persistent loneliness in Australia

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Loneliness is essentially a feeling of not having the connection or companionship someone wants and needs. For some people, those feelings can last a long time. Experts and those with lived experience are hoping to change that, especially for those who are more vulnerable to social isolation.

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