Loneliness trajectories in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: The predictive role of perceived social support

Di An; Linli Zhou; Yuanyuan An; Yiting Huang; Guangzhe Yuan

doi:10.2989/17280583.2026.2661688

June 8, 2026Journal of Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Loneliness trajectories in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: The predictive role of perceived social support

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Key Points

The research aims to explore how loneliness changes in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic and the influence of perceived social support on these changes.
Analyzed loneliness trajectories in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic
Assessed perceived social support as a significant factor
Guided psychological interventions targeting loneliness
Identified distinct patterns of loneliness over the pandemic period
Demonstrated that higher perceived social support positively impacts loneliness levels
Guided interventions that could help address loneliness in adolescents

Implication

Study shows unique loneliness trajectories in adolescents, highlighting the role of social support during the pandemic.

Abstract

: The findings underscore unique loneliness trajectories and the essential role of perceived social support, guiding targeted psychological interventions.

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An et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2a520a80c8f91e7f39e117 https://doi.org/10.2989/17280583.2026.2661688

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Loneliness trajectories in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: The predictive role of perceived social support

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Loneliness trajectories in early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: The predictive role of perceived social support

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