Middle-Aged Americans Are the Loneliest, Global Study Finds

**Study Reveals Middle-Aged Americans Report Higher Loneliness Levels Than Older Adults**

A global study examining loneliness across various age groups has identified middle-aged Americans as reporting higher levels of loneliness compared to older adults. This trend, which contrasts with the general pattern of increasing loneliness with age observed worldwide, is mirrored in only one other country—the Netherlands. Researchers attribute this anomaly in the United States to factors such as unemployment, caregiving responsibilities, and insufficient social support systems.

The study highlights that while aging populations globally tend to experience heightened feelings of isolation, middle-aged individuals in the U.S. face unique challenges contributing to their reported loneliness. Unemployment during midlife often disrupts financial stability and social connections, while caregiving duties for aging parents or dependent children can lead to emotional strain and reduced opportunities for personal interaction. Additionally, limited access to robust social networks or community support exacerbates feelings of disconnection among this demographic group. The findings underscore a notable divergence from global trends and suggest specific societal pressures impacting middle-aged Americans more acutely than their older counterparts.

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Mark Chiang

紐約 NYU Computer Science 碩士 紐澤西 UMDNJ Biomedical Informatics 博士 中研院博士後 台灣大學博士後