Patric Pförtner
M.Sc. Psychologe, PhD Candidate
Do you ever feel like you're surrounded by people, yet entirely alone? Maybe you have friends and family, but conversations feel surface-level, leaving you yearning for deeper connections. Does this isolation lead to a constant undercurrent of loneliness, regardless of the situation?
These experiences could be signs of chronic loneliness. Chronic loneliness goes beyond simply feeling alone sometimes. It's a long-term state of feeling disconnected from others, even with people around you.
There are a few signs, which could indicate that you are suffering from loneliness:
If you experience several of these symptoms frequently, talking to a therapist or counselor can be helpful. They can provide support and strategies to build stronger connections and combat feelings of isolation.
According to the Wold Heath Organization, Social isolation and loneliness are widespread, with an estimated 1 in 4 older people experiencing social isolation and between 5 and 15 per cent of adolescents experiencing loneliness..
This isn't a diagnostic tool, but if these feelings are disrupting your daily life, seeking professional help can be beneficial.
Do some of the following Questions resonate with you?
If you find yourself constantly battling these kinds of questions, then this loneliness test might be right for you.
This self-assessment can provide some insight into whether you might be struggling with chronic loneliness. It's important to remember, this isn't a diagnostic tool, but it can help you decide if seeking professional guidance from a therapist or counselor could be beneficial.
While this quiz can't diagnose you, it can help you determine if seeking professional help from a therapist or psychiatrist might be beneficial.
A therapist can help you explore these feelings of isolation and develop strategies to build stronger connections and combat loneliness.
Finally, this test is free and anonymous. You will not be asked to enter your E-Mail or any personal data.
This loneliness test is not a diagnostic tool for chronic loneliness. It cannot definitively tell you whether or not you're experiencing chronic loneliness.
However, this assessment can be a valuable self-reflection tool. By answering the questions, you can gain insights into your current feelings of isolation and connection. This self-awareness can be a powerful first step in overcoming loneliness.
If the results resonate with you, consider seeking guidance from a therapist or counselor. They can provide a deeper understanding of your experience and create personalized strategies to help you build stronger connections and combat feelings of loneliness.
All questions refer to the last 14 days. The answer options are graded on a scoring system, where the first answer option is one point and the last is five points. Enter your ratings next to each question and click the "Evaluate" button at the end.
1. You believe that you are not lovable.
2. You often feel rejected and unloved.
3. You feel particularly lonely in the evenings.
4. You have few friends with whom you truly feel comfortable.
5. You feel like you lack friends who truly care about you.
6. You have difficulties to find new friends.
7. You find it difficult to talk to others.
8. You are unhappy about having to do so many things alone.
9. You often feel empty and unfulfilled.
10. You feel like you constantly have to strive for acceptance from others.
11. You don't feel comfortable in your own skin in social situations.
12. You often feel isolated and excluded.
13. You believe that you deserve to be lonely.
14. You have lost your motivation.
15. You often feel lonely even when you are around people.
This online screening is not a diagnostic tool. Only a trained medical professional, such as a doctor or a psychiatrist or psychotherapist, can help you with the next steps.
You might be wondering: How can this loneliness test benefit you? The questions act as a springboard for self-reflection and future conversations with a therapist or counselor.
Here's a tip: After taking the test, consider the questions that resonated most deeply with you. The top 3 you identified with the strongest could be a valuable starting point for discussion.
For example, imagine your top 3 questions were:
Discussing these key questions with your therapist can jumpstart productive conversations and thus help to overcome loneliness.
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