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Support if you’re feeling lonely

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Support if you’re feeling lonely

It's normal to feel lonely sometimes. You might only feel lonely in certain circumstances, or you might feel lonely most of the time.  

What loneliness is  

Loneliness is when we don’t have the quality or quantity of social relationships that we would like. Some people might feel lonely because they have moved or lost someone close to them. Some people may have lots of friends or family in their life, but still feel lonely. There isn’t always an obvious cause.  

Dealing with loneliness

Talking about how you're feeling and keeping in touch with people in your life can help. Doing things you enjoy and spending time outdoors can also help. Try not to compare yourself to others – social media can help us feel closer to people, but it can also make us feel lonelier. Remember that people often only post the best parts of their lives on social media. 

Connecting with your community 

Meeting new people can help us to feel happier and healthier. This may be hard if you have been feeling lonely for a while. Start small, like meeting up for a coffee with someone you already know, or attending an online activity with other people where you can listen while you build your confidence. 

If you’re ready to meet new people, there are lots of ways to connect in Camden.

Support with your mental health 

If you feel lonely and it’s affecting your mental health, there is support available: 

Support someone who is feeling lonely

If you're concerned that someone you know might be feeling lonely, talk with them about how they're feeling. Listen and let them know that you are there.

If it feels right, suggest making plans with them, try to help them look for ways to meet new people, or show them where to get support with their mental health. 

Easy read information

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