Social isolation in individuals can be a symptom of mental illness, but is it always a symptom of mental illness
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Social isolation in individuals can be a symptom of mental illness, but is it always a symptom of mental illness
Yes, one of the first things people who are depressed do is to isolate themselves.
The problem with this is that the more you isolate the more depressed you feel. It is a viscous circle. After some time, it becomes harder and harder to make contact with the outside world again.
The best thing to do is to make a small effort each day. That will help you, and may help you from becoming more depressed. Try going on social media for an hour or two just to stay in touch with others.
If not you could ring a friend. Perhaps invite somebody to come around for coffee.
When you make the effort it is amazing how it will lift your mood.
I do not believe so, no. Some people are naturally introverted and prefer time alone by themselves. This ability to be perfectly happy with ones own company in solitude may even suggest the person is quite emotionally stable.
However, if we are talking about someone hiding away whom is not comfortable in their own company, struggles to be alone but also struggles around others, and is sadder during isolative periods, then this could suggest a problem — a problem that does not necessarily suggest a mental illness though.
Speaking to a trained professional could assist with breaking down whether the isolation is healthy or unhealthy