Australian loneliness report: a survey exploring the loneliness levels of Australians and the impact on their health and wellbeing

Loneliness study: In 2018 Psychology Week explored the Power of Human Connection. The APS collaborated with Swinburne University on a study of loneliness in Australia, to shine a light on the wellbeing of Australians and their experience of social isolation. The report that was released was the most comprehensive report into loneliness in Australia, revealing that: - 1 in 4 Australians feel lonely. - Many Australians – especially younger Australians – report anxiety about socialising. - Thirty per cent don’t feel part of a group of friends. - Lonely Australians have worse physical and mental health, and are more likely to be depressed.