Our own family-and-friend groups can strongly should us: how often we “should” be together, what we “should” do in that time, and even what we “should” or “shouldn’t” do or talk about when we’re ...

As I have written about in a previous column [i], anyone who has found themselves suddenly single for the holidays has experienced the social and emotional challenges of unexpectedly facing a season ...

With the colder weather setting in, it may be tempting to hunker down indoors. But after a while, that can take a toll on your mental health. That’s why it’s important to keep doing things with loved ...

Social media "friends" don't help overcome loneliness, according to new research. The first-of-its-kind study suggests that all of the strangers people befriend online are not actually helping them to ...

Every college cheers its students, wishing them a successful journey from start to finish. While many colleges make efforts to improve student success, such as offering advising services or fun ...

Leadership is often portrayed as a solo endeavor, but the reality is far more complex. Many CEOs experience a deep sense of isolation, which can impact their decision-making, resilience and overall ...

Marriage loneliness is more common than many realise. It can leave you feeling emotionally distant from your spouse, even ...

Elise Plessis hasn't been in a long-term relationship for 26 years. It's by choice, yet she still suffers FOMO when Valentine's Day rolls around. "I'm the singleton of the family and the friend group, ...