{"product_id":"loneliness-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394229321","title":"Loneliness For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394229321","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eLoneliness For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eAndrea Wigfield (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394229321, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 1 April 2024\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.5 x 2.8 cm, 0.499 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCombat the rising epidemic of loneliness with trustworthy information and advice\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLoneliness for Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps readers understand loneliness and how to take steps to overcome this unwanted feeling. At some point in life, loneliness affects everyone. It can be triggered by unusual situations and events like children leaving home, losing a loved one, working remotely, moving, divorce, or retirement. It can also occur seemingly without reason. Thanks to this book, you don’t have to be afraid of being lonely. \u003ci\u003eLoneliness For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e explains that loneliness is a natural reaction that signals us to make a change. You’ll learn the signs to look out for to assess loneliness, why people feel lonely, and most importantly, step-by-step actions you can take to reduce your feelings of loneliness. Read case studies of people who have felt lonely to see how they overcame loneliness. This book includes a simple scale to help you measure how lonely you feel, so you can identify which changes to make and assess your progress. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn why people feel lonely, including the situations that trigger loneliness and what this uncomfortable feeling means\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the signs of loneliness so you can recognize it in others and step in to help\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete a questionnaire to gauge your own loneliness and identify steps you can take to feel less lonely\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake changes to your lifestyle that will lead to greater satisfaction in the long run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect Dummies guide for anyone who is currently feeling adrift without social connections and wants to make a change. Organizations looking for a reference for students or outreach professionals will also appreciate \u003ci\u003eLoneliness For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Understanding Loneliness 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Loneliness and Why You Feel It 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Who’s at Risk of Loneliness and How It’s Measured 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: The Wide-ranging Costs of Chronic Loneliness 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Creating Havens of Social Connection and Belonging 59\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Making Connections at Home 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Belonging in Your Community 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Finding Your Place at Work 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Interacting Through Technology 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Dealing with Loneliness During Life Transitions 135\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Overcoming Bereavement 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: The Loneliness of Health Conditions and Disabilities 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Understanding the Interplay between Mental Health and Loneliness 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Becoming a Caregiver 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Making an Education or Employment Change 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Beating Loneliness 219\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Overcoming Loneliness Through Therapy or Healing Practices 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Developing Meaningful Relationships 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Finding Meaningful Places 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Building Resilience to Loneliness 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 289\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Tips to Break Out of Loneliness 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Eleven Suggestions for Young People 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Ten Pointers for Men 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Tactics for Later Life 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Further Resources 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 327\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Other branches of medicine [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Other branches of medicine\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Other%20branches%20of%20medicine%20%5BMM%5D%22\"\u003eMM\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52173725991192,"sku":"9781394229321","price":17.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394229321.jpg?v=1781168475","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/loneliness-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394229321","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}