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'The most lonely group are young people': Why people surrounded by others feel isolated and disconnected

The Social Isolation and Loneliness fund

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Wellbeing, a growing number of young people say they feel alone. Credit: Dominic Lipinski/PA/Alamy

Studies have shown that social isolation and loneliness can be the root causes of several health conditions. And while social isolation and loneliness are similar, health experts say there are important distinctions.


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By Alex Anyfantis

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