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Younger Australia is facing a loneliness 'epidemic'

Nearly half of young Australians feel lonely, with experts warning digital life, the cost of living and lack of connection are fuelling a growing crisis.

AAP · Aug 2, 2025

More than 2 in 5 young Australians are lonely, our new report shows. This is what could help

Loneliness is not a word often associated with young people. We tend to think of our youth as a time spent with family, friends and being engaged with school and work activities. Loneliness is an experience we may be more likely to associate with older people.

The Conversation · Jul 30, 2025

Trevor felt ‘invisible’ after his wife died – now experts are trying new ways to tackle Australia’s loneliness epidemic

One in four Australians report feeling persistently lonely, with doctors increasingly ‘prescribing’ non-medical activities to improve wellbeing and social connection

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2025