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Andrea Wigfield (Sheffield Hallam University, UK)

Loneliness For Dummies

Andrea Wigfield (Sheffield Hallam University, UK)

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English
For Dummies
01 April 2024
Coping with personal problems
Combat the rising epidemic of loneliness with trustworthy information and advice

Loneliness for Dummies helps readers understand loneliness and how to take steps to overcome this unwanted feeling. At some point in life, loneliness affects everyone. It can be triggered by unusual situations and events like children leaving home, losing a loved one, working remotely, moving, divorce, or retirement. It can also occur seemingly without reason. Thanks to this book, you don’t have to be afraid of being lonely. Loneliness For Dummies explains that loneliness is a natural reaction that signals us to make a change. You’ll learn the signs to look out for to assess loneliness, why people feel lonely, and most importantly, step-by-step actions you can take to reduce your feelings of loneliness. Read case studies of people who have felt lonely to see how they overcame loneliness. This book includes a simple scale to help you measure how lonely you feel, so you can identify which changes to make and assess your progress.

Learn why people feel lonely, including the situations that trigger loneliness and what this uncomfortable feeling means Discover the signs of loneliness so you can recognize it in others and step in to help Complete a questionnaire to gauge your own loneliness and identify steps you can take to feel less lonely Make changes to your lifestyle that will lead to greater satisfaction in the long run

This is the perfect Dummies guide for anyone who is currently feeling adrift without social connections and wants to make a change. Organizations looking for a reference for students or outreach professionals will also appreciate Loneliness For Dummies.
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Imprint:   For Dummies
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 231mm,  Width: 185mm,  Spine: 28mm
Weight:   499g
ISBN:   9781394229321
ISBN 10:   1394229321
Pages:   368
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Understanding Loneliness 5 Chapter 1: Loneliness and Why You Feel It 7 Chapter 2: Who’s at Risk of Loneliness and How It’s Measured 23 Chapter 3: The Wide-ranging Costs of Chronic Loneliness 45 Part 2: Creating Havens of Social Connection and Belonging 59 Chapter 4: Making Connections at Home 61 Chapter 5: Belonging in Your Community 87 Chapter 6: Finding Your Place at Work 101 Chapter 7: Interacting Through Technology 117 Part 3: Dealing with Loneliness During Life Transitions 135 Chapter 8: Overcoming Bereavement 137 Chapter 9: The Loneliness of Health Conditions and Disabilities 149 Chapter 10: Understanding the Interplay between Mental Health and Loneliness 171 Chapter 11: Becoming a Caregiver 187 Chapter 12: Making an Education or Employment Change 201 Part 4: Beating Loneliness 219 Chapter 13: Overcoming Loneliness Through Therapy or Healing Practices 221 Chapter 14: Developing Meaningful Relationships 241 Chapter 15: Finding Meaningful Places 263 Chapter 16: Building Resilience to Loneliness 275 Part 5: The Part of Tens 289 Chapter 17: Ten Tips to Break Out of Loneliness 291 Chapter 18: Eleven Suggestions for Young People 297 Chapter 19: Ten Pointers for Men 305 Chapter 20: Ten Tactics for Later Life 311 Appendix: Further Resources 317 Index 327

Andrea Wigfield is Professor of Applied Social and Policy Research and Director of the Centre for Loneliness Studies at Sheffield Hallam University. She is a prominent researcher working to understand loneliness, its implications, and the interventions that can reduce it. She has published over 40 books, chapters, articles, and reports.

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