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Some studies suggest that social networks can reduce loneliness by enhancing social support and connections, while other studies indicate that they can increase loneliness depending on usage patterns and individual factors.
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The impact of social networks on loneliness has been a subject of extensive research, particularly in the context of both offline and online interactions. This synthesis aims to consolidate findings from multiple studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how social networks influence feelings of loneliness.
Social Network Density and Loneliness Reduction:
Online Social Networks (OSNs) and Loneliness:
Self-Disclosure and Social Support:
Personality and Social Network Features:
Interventions and Social Network Engagement:
Age Differences in Network Impact:
The collective findings indicate that both offline and online social networks play a crucial role in mitigating loneliness. Higher network density, active engagement in online social networks, and self-disclosure leading to social support are key factors that reduce loneliness. Personality traits and structured interventions also significantly influence the effectiveness of social networks in alleviating loneliness. Overall, the way individuals interact with their social networks, both online and offline, determines the extent to which these networks can help reduce feelings of loneliness.
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