Epistemic loneliness is a cognitive form of isolation that is just beginning to be studied.

A new evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing an extreme form of social isolation known as hikikimori. The tool is the first structured technique to evaluate people who suffer from a ...

Long COVID remains a perplexing problem for the medical community, which is still trying to understand why some people develop long-term effects, who is most at risk, how to treat the condition and ...

A new evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing an extreme form of social isolation known as hikikimori. The diagnostic evaluation tool was published online Sept. 15 with an ...

Share on Pinterest Social isolation and loneliness are both associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality, a large new study finds. izusek/Getty Images Social isolation and loneliness are ...

Intimacy versus isolation refers to a stage of development in young adulthood. During this time, a person develops close friendships and a love relationship, both of which are intimate. When this does ...

"Ugh, I just wish I came from a normal family with normal problems!" Janelle lamented, her voice strained with emotion. Despite years of dedicated therapy, she still found herself reverting to the ...

COVID-19 has transformed the life of the 39-year-old DFL legislator and mother of two, who said the effects of the virus linger in her and many others who have long COVID. For Port, the mysterious ...