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Loneliness predicts poor mental and physical health outcomes, survey data indicate

Last updated: July 9, 2025 1:10 pm
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Loneliness is a prevalent issue that can have a significant impact on mental and physical health outcomes, according to a recent study published in PLOS One. Dr. Oluwasegun Akinyemi, a Senior Research Fellow at the Howard University College of Medicine, conducted the study, shedding light on the consequences of loneliness in the United States.

The research analyzed data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, collected through phone surveys from 2016 to 2023. The study included 47,318 non-institutionalized adults, primarily white and female, aged 18-64. Surprisingly, over 80% of participants reported experiencing some level of loneliness.

Comparing individuals who reported “Never” feeling lonely to those who reported feeling “Always” lonely revealed significant differences in mental and physical health outcomes. The latter group had a significantly higher predicted probability of depression, along with more poor mental and physical health days per month. Women consistently showed higher rates of depression and poor mental health days across loneliness levels, while Black individuals had lower probabilities of depression and fewer mental health days compared to white individuals.

Despite the study’s limitations, such as reliance on self-reported measures and potential bias from unmeasured confounders, the authors emphasize the urgent need for addressing loneliness in public health planning. They suggest incorporating routine loneliness screenings in clinical settings to identify high-risk individuals for interventions like social initiatives.

The researchers stress that loneliness is not just an emotional state but has tangible consequences on both mental and physical health. By prioritizing loneliness as a public health concern, efforts can be made to reduce depression and improve overall well-being. The study highlights the critical need to tackle this hidden epidemic and underscores the importance of addressing loneliness in vulnerable populations.

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For more information, the study titled “The impact of loneliness on depression, mental health, and physical well-being” by Akinyemi et al. can be found in PLOS One. The DOI for the study is 10.1371/journal.pone.0319311.

This research, conducted by Dr. Akinyemi and his team, provides valuable insights into the detrimental effects of loneliness on health outcomes. By raising awareness and implementing strategies to combat loneliness, we can work towards enhancing the well-being of individuals facing this pervasive issue.

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