BMC Public Health June 2023 PMID 37264355

The state of loneliness and social isolation research: current knowledge and future directions.

Harry Owen Taylor, Thomas K M Cudjoe, Feifei Bu, Michelle H Lim

Mentions

14
Peak: 9 in Jun 2023
across 2 sources since Jun 2023

Extended reach

65,950
potential audience

Total likes

700

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22,427

Mentions per month

Jun 2023 – Jul 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions demonstrate a strong agreement with the importance of studying loneliness, exemplified by mentions of research findings impacting sleep and wellbeing. Additionally, the tone reflects genuine interest and a desire to advance understanding, reinforced by words like 'great to work with' and emphasis on submitting manuscripts, showing excitement and acknowledgment of ongoing scholarly efforts.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the importance and relevance of the publication, showing support for its focus on loneliness and social isolation research.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions express high curiosity, especially with posts highlighting new findings about sleep, wellbeing, and social connection.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants refer to the research process, collaboration, and future directions, indicating active involvement and recognition of the topic’s importance.

ImpactModerate impact

The shared enthusiasm and references to future research efforts suggest the publication could influence ongoing studies and social policies.

Abstract in brief

  • The editorial reviews the current understanding of loneliness and social isolation, highlighting what we know about their effects on individuals and society.
  • It identifies gaps in research, such as limited data on certain populations or contexts, and calls for more comprehensive studies to better understand these issues.
  • The article also suggests future research directions to improve intervention strategies and policies aimed at reducing loneliness and social isolation globally.

Top posts

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Thomas Cudjoe
@tkmcudjoe · X

Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and social isolation research: current knowledge and future directions” https://t.co/13Iwvljbkl Submit manuscripts https://t.co/8kch0KxrJv by 31 October 2023

Jun 6, 2023 · 13 likes · 8 shares · 507 followers View post →
Panagis Galiatsatos, MD, MHS
@panagis21 · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 6, 2023 · 8 shares · 22,142 followers View post →
Loneliness & SI in Mental Health research network
@UCL_Loneliness · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 9, 2023 · 8 shares · 5,138 followers View post →
Behavioural Science & Health UCL
@UCL_BSH · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 9, 2023 · 8 shares · 3,613 followers View post →
Johns Hopkins Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology
@JHGeriatrics · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 7, 2023 · 8 shares · 3,272 followers View post →
Johns Hopkins Memory & Aging
@JH_Memory_Aging · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 7, 2023 · 8 shares · 2,902 followers View post →

All mentions

Ayush Sapkota
@HiAyushSays · X

https://t.co/EqMNZDMdbL Research paper published by @BioMedCentral

Jul 15, 2025 · 89 followers View post →
BehindTheInnerJourney
@InnerJourneyPod · X

Studies show #loneliness impacts #sleep and overall #Wellbeing more than screen time. Prioritize social connection!

Dec 14, 2024 · 8 followers View post →
COAH
@jhu_coah · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Aug 31, 2023 · 8 shares · 1,677 followers View post →
UCL Discovery
@ucl_discovery · X

Open Access UCL Research: The state of loneliness and social isolation research: current knowledge and future directions https://t.co/q1BOg7pEfq

Jun 20, 2023 · 2,516 followers View post →
Loneliness & SI in Mental Health research network
@UCL_Loneliness · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 9, 2023 · 8 shares · 5,138 followers View post →
Behavioural Science & Health UCL
@UCL_BSH · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 9, 2023 · 8 shares · 3,613 followers View post →
Johns Hopkins Memory & Aging
@JH_Memory_Aging · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 7, 2023 · 8 shares · 2,902 followers View post →
Johns Hopkins Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology
@JHGeriatrics · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 7, 2023 · 8 shares · 3,272 followers View post →
Jonathan 君劭 Suen
@SuenJonathan · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 6, 2023 · 8 shares · 1,304 followers View post →
Panagis Galiatsatos, MD, MHS
@panagis21 · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 6, 2023 · 8 shares · 22,142 followers View post →
Feifei Bu
@FeifeiBu · X

RT @tkmcudjoe: Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and s…

Jun 6, 2023 · 8 shares · 212 followers View post →
Thomas Cudjoe
@tkmcudjoe · X

Great to work with Harry O Taylor @drmichellelim @FeifeiBu & @BioMedCentral Public Health on “ The state of loneliness and social isolation research: current knowledge and future directions” https://t.co/13Iwvljbkl Submit manuscripts https://t.co/8kch0KxrJv by 31 October 2023

Jun 6, 2023 · 13 likes · 8 shares · 507 followers View post →