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How to Deal with Loneliness for Better Mental Health

Psychological Health Care

Behavioural symptoms – decreased motivation, changes in eating habits, and increased substance abuse. Loneliness can cause feelings of hopelessness, sadness, and low self-esteem. Chronic loneliness can lead to feelings of social anxiety and paranoia, which can make it difficult for you to trust others.

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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

Frequent thoughts of self-harm or suicide. Psychosis, e.g., paranoia, hallucinations, or delusions. Other contributing factors include poor coping skills, poor interpersonal relationships, lack of social support, lack of self-care, and unhealthy coping strategies, e.g., alcohol drinking or drug abuse.