Epidemiological Study

The primary goal of the first package is to conduct the first Slovak longitudinal epidemiological study on social disconnection, using a representative sample of more than 3,000 people with a 12-month follow-up.

The plan is to identify risk and protective factors of social disconnection with a specific focus on the following:

• Socio-demographic and economic characteristics—identifying the most at-risk groups in the population;

• Psychopathology (depression, anxiety, psychotic symptoms, substance use);

• Health indicators (chronic diseases, lifestyle, etc.).

EMA and EMI Studies

We will utilize digital technologies to assess social isolation and loneliness in real time in at-risk groups.

Experimental Neuroscience Research

We will conduct experiments to investigate the bio-behavioral basis of social isolation and loneliness.

Public Health Policies

We will propose recommendations for public health policy regarding social isolation and loneliness.