Loneliness interests me as a transdiagnostic construct; it is present across a variety of psychological disorders. What is special about it is that it is not just tied to basic individual emotions. It is largely conditioned by society. We are not just biological or psychological or social beings. We are bio-psycho-social beings.

On the topic of loneliness, I am interested in its causes and consequences, as well as how people deal with and respond to loneliness.

In the issue of loneliness, I am particularly interested in people’s lived experience and individual resources to overcome it, including psychotherapeutic support, as well as in the analysis of global reasons for the increase in prevalence and recommendations for possible systemic interventions.

What fascinates me about loneliness research is uncovering the neurobiological processes through which loneliness affects our mental and physical health.

In the context of loneliness, I am interested in the impact of social isolation on health. I consider it important to raise awareness of the importance of social connectedness for a person’s life.

In the topic of loneliness, I emphasize the need to pay special attention to people and social groups that experience loneliness and isolation and the factors that lead to them.

The topic of loneliness fascinates me because of its complexity and the variety of approaches to its prevention.