Learning Outcomes

Loneliness - A Worldwide Phenomenon

How to Improve Social Connectedness

Helping Others Including Elderly People

Supporting Young People Experiencing Loneliness

Physical Health and Loneliness

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will discover how loneliness has become recognised as a global phenomenon with implications for physical well-being. You will find out how psychologists discovered how widespread and important it is and how to help yourself and others, including young people and the elderly, who are most prone to experiencing loneliness.

Guide to Wellbeing: From Loneliness to Connection - Course Assessment

Explore how social connection and loneliness shape our health and wellbeing in this free online course

Guide to Wellbeing: From Loneliness to Connection

Do you, or someone you know, often feel lonely? This wellness course explores loneliness as a natural response to one's basic social needs being unmet. Discover different types of loneliness, how to talk about it, and practical strategies for supporting young people, the elderly and minority groups. You’ll learn how loneliness affects physical health and how connecting with others is a vital key to wellbeing. Enrol today!

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