Financial hardship is the biggest driver of loneliness. Here’s why – and how to tackle it
- Written by Michelle H Lim, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Sydney
Nubelson Fernandes/PexelsOne in four Australians report feeling lonely, according to our new report released this week from our research collaboration.
The data builds on a large study we conducted last year on social connection. Together, the data show that once someone becomes lonely, they’re likely to stay lonely.
Feeling lonely can have...





