Psychology Today | 22.06.2026 22:41
Be honest: Have you ever bought something to cure a bout of loneliness? It’s OK—I have, too! Social relationships and interactions with other people are among the most important determinants of day-to-day happiness. We intuitively understand that our moods are better when we are spending time with others, and a large body of scientific literature backs this finding. Despite this, a lot of people report being lonely. Approximately 20-33 percent of adults in the United States report being lonely on a weekly basis.1
