Social isolation can occur at almost any stage of life.
This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including health problems, life events, personal circumstances, and more.
Social isolation is different from loneliness, although some people experience both feelings at the same time.
Social isolation means that a person experiences a lack of social support, relationships, or contact with others. It is possible to be surrounded by people and still feel lonely or excluded. And yes, sometimes you are alone, but happy.
Social isolation is characterized by:
• Feeling stressed when you are alone;
• Spending a lot of time alone or limiting the amount of time you spend with others;
• Feeling anxious and panicky when reminded of social connections;
• Avoiding social gatherings and even events where you once got along well;
• You often cancel meetings and at that moment you feel light, as if a heavy burden has been lifted from your shoulders.
Source:
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/social-isolation-symptoms
