In January this year, Britain introduced a 'Minister for Loneliness' to tackle the growing problem of social isolation. Associated with poor physical and mental health outcomes, loneliness is increasingly being recognised worldwide as a major public health concern. But just how bad is the problem in Australia, and what role can urban planners and community groups play in tackling it in our cities?
In January this year, Britain introduced a 'Minister for Loneliness' to tackle the growing problem of social isolation. Associated with poor physical and mental health outcomes, loneliness is increasingly being recognised worldwide as a major public health concern. But just how bad is the problem in Australia, and what role can urban planners and community groups play in tackling it in our cities?
