Research Article: Loneliness Trajectories, Associated Factors and Subsequent Health in Children and Young People During the COVID- Pandemic: A National Matched Cohort Study
Introduction:
The COVID- pandemic prompted several measures to limit face-to-face social contacts, including lockdowns, school closures and restrictions to leisure time activities. These measures have led to concerns regarding rising loneliness in the UK and worldwide. – Loneliness is defined as a “subjective, unwelcome feeling of lack or loss of companionship” which occurs when there is a mismatch between the perceived and desired quantity and quality of social relationships. Loneliness is distinct from social isolation in…
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