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AIHW - Social Isolation and Loneliness

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) is an independent statutory agency set up by the Australian Government.

The AIHW produces authoritative and accessible information and statistics to inform and support better policy and service delivery decisions, leading to better health and wellbeing for all Australians.

The AIHW social isolation & loneliness webpage includes:

  • Difference between social isolation & loneliness
  • How many people are lonely?
  • What causes social isolation and loneliness?
  • Impact
  • Who experiences social isolation and/or loneliness?
  • Can social isolation and loneliness be prevented or reduced?
  • Government initiatives.

Website: Social Isolation & Loneliness (AIHW)