{"id":17572,"date":"2025-05-13T15:13:16","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T14:13:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/?p=17572"},"modified":"2025-05-15T14:24:54","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T13:24:54","slug":"one-day-forum-exploring-loneliness-and-social-isolation-young-adults-perspectives-and-digital-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microsites.ncl.ac.uk\/nubsstaffblog\/2025\/05\/13\/one-day-forum-exploring-loneliness-and-social-isolation-young-adults-perspectives-and-digital-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"One Day Forum: Exploring Loneliness and Social Isolation: Young Adults\u2019 Perspectives and Digital Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

One day forum: Exploring Loneliness and Social Isolation: Young Adults\u2019 Perspectives and Digital Solutions<\/p>\n

Supported by ESRC IAA Innovation Forum Fund<\/p>\n

Loneliness and social isolation have become increasingly prevalent among young adults in today’s fast-paced, digitally mediated world. While digital technology is often seen as contributing to disconnection, it also offers powerful tools for fostering connection, especially for those facing barriers to traditional social engagement. The absence of meaningful social contact can lead to reduced prosocial behaviours and disengagement from community initiatives. Yet, digital tools\u2014when designed and used effectively\u2014can provide meaningful pathways to connection, care, and inclusion.<\/p>\n

Forum Structure<\/p>\n

This forum brings together young people, researchers, mental health professionals, charitable organisations, and digital innovators to explore the nuanced relationship between technology and loneliness.<\/p>\n

The forum will begin with expert presentations that share the latest research, frontline insights, and digital innovations aimed at understanding and addressing loneliness in young adulthood. In the afternoon, the participant-led activities will offer young adults a voice in identifying needs, preferences, and strategies for coping with loneliness through technology.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re excited to have you with us as we work collaboratively to spark conversation, share knowledge, and design a more connected future. Your insights will directly contribute to shaping a strategic action plan aimed at guiding future support initiatives and evaluating intervention effectiveness.<\/p>\n

Forum Details<\/p>\n

Date: 13th June 2025<\/p>\n

Time: 9:15 AM \u2013 4:15 PM<\/p>\n

Location: St James View, Newcastle University Business School, 5 Barrack Road, NE1 4SE<\/p>\n

Ticket: Free but registration is essential (free lunch included) https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/one-day-forum-loneliness-and-social-isolation-tickets-1363189108319?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

One day forum: Exploring Loneliness and Social Isolation: Young Adults\u2019 Perspectives and Digital Solutions Supported by ESRC IAA Innovation Forum Fund Loneliness and social isolation…
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