A study by Emory University identified a significant loneliness epidemic affecting people globally, with those aged 50 and older reported as loneliest. Greece and Cyprus topped the list of loneliest nations, while the U.S. ranked fifth. Surprisingly, middle-aged Americans are lonelier than their older counterparts, largely due to unemployment, lack of social connections, and mental health issues. The findings suggest that loneliness is a complex, multi-age issue requiring targeted interventions for different demographics. Conversely, Denmark and several Central European nations report lower loneliness levels, indicating varying satisfaction across countries.
"There is a general perception that people get lonelier as they age, but the opposite is actually true in the US where middle-aged people are lonelier than older generations."
"Our findings show that loneliness is not just a late-life issue. In fact, many middle-aged adults...are surprisingly vulnerable and need targeted interventions just as much as older adults."
"The top 10 loneliest countries identified by our study highlight the global loneliness epidemic, with Greece and Cyprus topping the list, alongside surprising findings about middle-aged loneliness in the US."
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