Loneliness in the school setting.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-1-2008

Abstract

Loneliness is a phenomenon that has been recorded in literature throughout the ages. It is now being recognized as problem not only in adults but in children and adolescents as well. Loneliness is an emotional state that can be a barrier to a student's social development and affect their physical and mental health. Various contributing factors and recognizable situations that contribute to loneliness have been identified. Loneliness is also risk factor for other related health problems. It is important for school nurses to be alert to symptoms of loneliness and know how to assist students to cope with loneliness in the school setting.

Publication Title

The Journal of school nursing : the official publication of the National Association of School Nurses

First Page Number

66

Last Page Number

70

DOI

10.1622/1059-8405(2008)024[0066:LITSS]2.0.CO;2

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