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Loneliness

May 25, 2018
Topic

Make new friends by volunteering, attending community or religious events, or taking a class. Spend time with family or friends and try to go out for a meal, coffee or a walk.

Seek emergency help if:

  • Thinking about suicide

Make an appointment to see a doctor if:

  • Sadness persists for several weeks or longer
  • No interest in activities that once were pleasurable
  • Unable to sleep or enjoy participating in activities of daily living