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Retirement can lead to social isolation and loneliness, but also new friends and purpose

Lou Stevens joined the University of the Third Age seven years ago to help with her mental health. (ABC Gold Coast: Dominic Cansdale)

After she retired, Lou Stevens lost part of her identity, finding herself with a diminishing social circle and "in a very dark place".

"I had no life other than work," she said.

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