Nearly all of us find ourselves physically alone from time to time—whether briefly while commuting, for example, or perhaps longer-term if living on our own. But being without company doesn’t necessarily create loneliness. Nor does surrounding ourselves with others always keep us from feeling lonely.
So what exactly is loneliness? How does it impact our health and happiness? And what are some practical steps we can take to address it?
Join McLean Hospital as Jacqueline Olds, MD, and Richard S. Schwartz, MD, explain what factors drive loneliness and how to address them, explore the roles of companionship and relationship dynamics, and answer audience questions about how to feel supported even when physically alone.