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Research from 2023 shows it’s actually younger and middle-aged people who can feel the most alone. What does it mean for Australians experiencing social isolation?
According to the State of the Nation Report: Social Connection in Australia 2023, nearly one in three Australians feel lonely. While 69% of Australians agree loneliness is a serious issue, only three in ten say they know how to help other people who are feeling lonely. That’s a huge gap, one that has serious repercussions for the health and wellbeing of Australians of all ages.