Loneliness

Loneliness is a complex subjective feeling of distress about one’s social relationships and the perceived discrepancy between desired and actual levels of social connection. It is distinct from solitude, which can be pleasurable or neutral in its emotional impact.

Related Concepts

• mental-health
• happiness
• college-students
• psychological-science

New Information:

• Dr. Laurie Santos of Yale University discusses what psychological science reveals about happiness and mental health among college students.
• According to a 2017 National College Health Assessment, approximately 40% of students are too depressed to function effectively.

References

• 2026 04 11 Laurie Santos on Happiness Student Mental Health and Well being Miscon