In the modern round, lifestyle has changed over the extent. In many places, the situation is such that people are forced to live alone, but this loneliness is now snatching people’s breath. It has been revealed in the WHO’s recent report from Lonelyness to Social Connection, which states that 100 people are dying every hour due to loneliness. How dangerous it is and what is it, let’s know how to avoid it?
What makes the difference with loneliness?
According to the WHO report, loneliness not only affects the mental health, but it also affects physical health badly. This increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke and untimely death. According to the new research, this problem has become more serious after the Kovid-19 epidemic. Youth and people living in cities are getting more vulnerable to it.
How dangerous is loneliness?
According to the published research in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, Mental Health Problems in India have increased very fast during the corona epidemic. This figure is more worrying in urban areas, where 22% of people are experiencing loneliness. According to the report, 40% of the youth in the age group of 16-24 feel lonely, which is much higher than the 29% of the elderly aged 65-74 years. Apart from this, the Economic Survey 2024-25 also mentions that Mental health problems, including loneliness, can cause India $ 1.03 trillion economic loss between 2012-2030.
The constantly increasing threat to loneliness in India
The state of loneliness in India is also worrying. According to the report, 10.1% of people in the country are struggling with loneliness, and this percentage is very high in urban areas. Research has revealed that the increasing social distance after Kovid-19 and digital connections has increased loneliness. Experts believe that this problem is taking a serious form due to families being small, urbanization and busy lifestyle. In metros like Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, the problems of tension and loneliness among youth have increased.
What is the effect on health?
According to the WHO, loneliness increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Also, its connection is told by diseases like memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s. It has a lot of effect on mental health, due to which the risk of depression, anxiety and suicide increases significantly. People struggling with loneliness become weak at both physical and mental levels.
What do doctors give advice?
Dr. Sanjay Rai of Delhi AIIMS says that regular physical activities and social connections are very important to reduce loneliness. Taking a walk in the park or meeting friends can be beneficial for health. At the same time, youth should reduce screen time and should be included in offline activities. Elderly and weak immunity people need to take special care.
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