Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Department of Physiotherapy, Australian College of Yoga & Natural Therapy, Australia

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• Opinion   
  Patients with Persistent Depressive Disorder Benefit from Psychotherapy Because of Loneliness
  Author(s): Peter Thomas*
  
  Loneliness is a distressing and common symptom in people with persistent depressive disorder (PDD), and it's linked to depression severity, childhood abuse, and rejection sensitivity. Loneliness is a distressing worldwide condition with evolutionary roots. Loneliness serves as a reminder of the suffering we've experienced and a warning that we're on the verge of being isolated. Loneliness is defined as the absence of necessary social ties as well as a lack of affection in current partnerships. One of the most important measures of social well-being is loneliness. Loneliness is caused by a lack of a specific needed relationship or group of relationships, rather than by being alone. Despite the mental health hazards associated with loneliness, the association between loneliness and psychiatric diseases has not been extensively examined over the last two decades... View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2157-7595.21.S7.002

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