Hello & Welcome to the Research Zone podcast, the podcast where we aim to make sense of youth mental health research. Each week, we will talk to a different researcher to learn about their research project, discussing the why, what, where, when and how of their research, and most importantly, how this can benefit us as young people. 

Today I am joined by Sam to chat about loneliness in 16-24 year olds. We will cover: 

• Why loneliness is such an important issue 
• Sam’s project & his unique interview method
• His findings about the experience of loneliness and potential causes 
• What young people can do if they feel lonely 
• Future research needed in this area 

If you've found anything talked about today upsetting or triggering, then please reach out for support! You can text YM to 82558, or visit findahelpline.com to find someone to help you with whatever you’re feeling. However you feel, you are never alone. 

To find out more about todays topics: 

• Read the full paper by clicking here  
• Visit the UCL Loneliness and Social Isolation Network by clicking here

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