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[Loneliness: a concept analysis].

Yi-Jen Huang¹, Kwua-Yun Wang, Chin-Mi Chen

¹School of Nursing, National Defense Medical Center, No. 161 Minchuan E. Road, Neihu, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.

Hu Li Za Zhi the Journal of Nursing

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Loneliness, a subjective mood, significantly impacts long-term health. This concept analysis clarifies its attributes, aiding healthcare professionals in early client assessment and improved health outcomes.

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Psychology
Nursing Science

Context:

Loneliness is a common human experience with significant, yet under-analyzed, health implications.
Existing literature lacks comprehensive concept analyses of loneliness.
Understanding loneliness is crucial for effective patient care and health management.

Purpose:

To conduct a concept analysis of loneliness using Walker and Avant's methodology.
To review conceptual definitions, characteristics, antecedents, and consequences of loneliness.
To establish empirical measurements and construct examples of loneliness.

Summary:

Defining attributes of loneliness include subjective mood states like depression and desolation.
Key characteristics involve feelings of aloneness and spiritual isolation from others.
Antecedents and consequences require further empirical investigation.

Impact:

This analysis aims to enhance nursing staff's understanding of loneliness.
Facilitates earlier and more accurate assessment of client loneliness.
Contributes to improved patient health outcomes through better loneliness management.