The Power of Community: Preventing Loneliness and Isolation
Psychology Today | 04.05.2026 02:26
In contemporary cultural discourse, much attention has been given to the importance of community. Humans have a fundamental need for belonging and social connection. Research consistently indicates that strong satisfying social ties are key to better mental and physical health. Despite this, social bonds appear to be weakening, and loneliness, social isolation, and alienation are reaching unprecedented levels (Salari et al., 2025).
