Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection

by William Patrick, John T. Cacioppo

Psychology Nonfiction Social Science

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A scientific exploration of loneliness, revealing its deep effects on health and the essential human need for social connection.

ISBN-13 9780393335286 ASIN 0393335283 Views 238 Publisher W. W. Norton & Company Year 2009 Edition Reprint Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 336 Created February 21, 2026 Updated September 21, 2026

About This Book

This book examines the science behind human loneliness and its impact on well-being.

It draws on research to explain why social connection is essential for health.

The authors discuss how isolation affects both mind and body over time.

Readers will gain insight into the biological roots of our need for others.

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