# Social isolation

Social isolation is having few social contacts or infrequent interaction, whether or not you feel lonely.

Isolation is more objective than loneliness. In some surveys men report fewer close contacts while women report similar or higher loneliness. Group walks, classes and team check-ins add contact without fixing every lonely feeling. Persistent low mood or thoughts of self-harm need professional care.

Also called: Social disconnection.

Related: [Loneliness](https://revns.com/dictionary/loneliness.md), [Training buddy](https://revns.com/dictionary/training-buddy.md)

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