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Loneliness Report
Loneliness is associated with social isolation and social support, poor or perceived health, and depression, and both depression and loneliness compromise quality of life.
What we've learned from patients who report Loneliness
Symptom severities
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Severe
|
260 |  |
|---|---|---|
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Moderate
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182 |  |
|
Mild
|
110 |  |
|
None
|
84 |  |
What patients report taking for the purpose of treating Loneliness
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pets | 68 |  |
|
| Cat(s) | 26 | |
|
| Reading | 23 | |
|
| Church and family | 12 | |
|
| Family and Friends | 8 | |
|
| Cat(s) and dog(s) | 6 | |
|
| Painting / Drawing | 5 | |
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| Dog(s) | 5 | |
|
| Online Support Groups | 5 | |
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| Lexapro | 3 | |
|
| Social Networking Online | 2 | |
|
| Dogs (2) | 2 | |
|
| Ferret | 1 | |
|
| HUGS | 1 | |
|
| Parrots (3) | 1 | |
|
| Cockatoo, Rose-breasted | 1 | |
|
| Chihuahuas named Jack and Bart, Basset/Jack Russle named Petey | 1 | |
|
| Boyfriend's Support | 1 | |
|
| Golden Retriever | 1 | |
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| Time with my doggies | 1 | |
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| Clean a lot | 1 | |
|
| Cats (3) | 1 | |
|
| Dogs and fish | 1 | |
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| Dog and Cat | 1 | |
|
| Pets Emotional Support | 1 | |
Report created on May 28, 2012.