Why do some people feel lonely even when they are loved?
This article explores the paradox of emotional loneliness among people who are surrounded by family and loved ones. It cites psychological research suggesting that early childhood experiences and evolving social structures contribute to this feeling of isolation despite physical proximity.
How does someone feel lonely while being deeply loved? How does someone feel unsupported while living in a joint family? Despite partners, families and friends, many adults feel nobody truly knows them. As loneliness draws growing global concern, this paradox deserves attention. While technology, urbanisation and changing social structures all play a role, growing evidence suggests that its roots may begin much earlier — in childhood.
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