Loneliness is now a public health issue in the UK. A survey found that living alone is associated with higher rates of mental disorders (n=20,500), and the bulk of this association can be explained by feelings of loneliness.

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Loneliness is now a public health issue in the UK. A survey found that living alone is associated with higher rates of mental disorders (n=20,500), and the bulk of this association can be explained by feelings of loneliness.