This course explores the topic of loneliness. It begins by discussing what loneliness is and its impact. It then continues by looking at the things that increase a person’s likelihood of experiencing loneliness, why loneliness has increased and how people can feel lonely whilst among a crowd of people. It also discusses tips to combat feeling lonely, how to support someone who is feeling lonely and the benefits that solitude can sometimes have.
This course will take approximately 1 to 2 hours to complete, but this timing will depend on how fast you read and how long you spend on the activities and reflective questions. You do not need to complete the whole course in one go. If you leave and come back to the course, it will remember where you got up to.
If you would like to get a certificate for this course, you must mark each page complete. You can do this by pressing the ‘Mark complete’ button at the bottom of each page.
This course is designed for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide therapy, medical advice or professional support. If you need crisis support, please contact local mental health services, your GP or telephone 111 or the emergency services on 999.
Course created by a Recovery College Online trainer and a professional. Last reviewed April 2025.