For some people, those feelings can last a long time.
It's essentially a constant feeling of not having the connection or companionship a person may want and need.
Some governments, like those in the UK and Japan, have taken official action.
Some of the research from Ending Loneliness Together might present some clues for where to begin.
Their data indicates Victoria, Tasmania and the Northern Territory are loneliness hotspots for Australia.
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