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Christian Loneliness: Why People Of Faith Often Feel Lonely

Loneliness is incredibly common yet rarely discussed in many religious circles. For Christians, there are a few reasons why its adherents often feel lonely.
By Emily Deaton
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Loneliness Is A Familiar Experience For Many Millennials

Loneliness is a familiar experience for many millennials, including me. Why are millennials so lonely, and how can we build more meaningful connections?
By Emily Deaton
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Managing Feelings Of Loneliness While Living Away From Family

While common, living away from family and friends can be an incredibly lonely experience. How can you manage these feelings while staying connected?
By Helen Tarver
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Social Loneliness: Surrounded By Others, Yet Still Feeling Lonely

Despite my experience with social loneliness and wanting to avoid crowds, I discovered that instead of running away, I needed to do the opposite.
By Saprina Panday
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My Struggle With Lesbian Loneliness In A Heterosexual World

Why are lesbians of all ages more likely to be lonely compared to straight women — and why have so few people heard of lesbian loneliness?
By Emily Deaton
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Ironically, Becoming A Mom Can Be Incredibly Lonely And Isolating

Motherhood loneliness is surprisingly common and it can strike at any time — during pregnancy, shortly after birth, or even months later.
By Helen Tarver
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Beautiful And Lonely: Why Being Pretty Can Often Be A Real Drag

Being pretty comes with many privileges but there are steep downsides to being attractive — and loneliness is one of them.
By Alison Huff, Editor-In-Chief
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Intellectual Loneliness: Despite High IQ Or EQ You Still Feel Alone

Although being intelligent — both in a traditional sense and an emotional one — can make life easier in many ways, it can also make life much lonelier.
By Emily Deaton
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Facebook Loneliness: Lots Of “Friends” But No Real Connection

While Facebook’s original intent was to bring people closer together, more than a decade and a half later, it is having the opposite effect.
By Helen Tarver

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The Roots Of Loneliness Project: Explore 80+ Types Of Loneliness

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Disabled And Lonely: Why We Often Feel Alone And How To Cope

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Loneliness And The Unspoken Expectations Of Black Women

By Saprina Panday
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Queer Loneliness: How To Find Happiness And Feel Whole

By Emily Deaton