The Formulation and Historical Overview of The Problem of Loneliness
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https://doi.org/10.69760/gsrh.0250206022Keywords:
problem of loneliness, social philosophy, public thought, self-isolation, phenomenon, strategies, analytical approachAbstract
This article examines the historical development of the problem of loneliness, the forms in which it has been conceptualized across different historical periods, and the theoretical foundations proposed for its resolution. The aim of the study is to determine how loneliness has evolved as a socio-psychological phenomenon and how strategies for addressing it have transformed over time. The analysis demonstrates that perceptions of loneliness are closely linked to broader historical processes and cultural changes. While numerous scientific interpretations and recommendations have been proposed, a comprehensive socio-philosophical concept of loneliness has yet to be fully established. The article concludes that effective approaches to addressing loneliness require a multidisciplinary perspective and the simultaneous consideration of both individual and social dimensions.
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