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1 in 6 Adults Feel Lonely Often or Always
Researchers said 135,725 volunteers were surveyed, and nearly 1 in 6 adults reported feeling lonely often or always.
- An Imperial College London study of over 135,000 adults found high levels of loneliness concentrated in major cities, including London, Birmingham, and Manchester.
- The INTERACT study, conducted across England, revealed that environmental surroundings and social networks significantly influence how often individuals experience feelings of isolation.
- Nearly 44% of respondents reported increased loneliness since the COVID-19 pandemic, while almost one in six adults currently feel lonely "often or always."
- NHS GP Azeem Majeed warned of health consequences, stating, "As an NHS GP, I see how loneliness affects both the mental and physical health of my patients."
- Study lead Austen El-Osta explained the "urban paradox," where major cities often report lower life satisfaction and connectivity despite offering greater economic and cultural advantages.
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