Key Points
Loneliness is a much discussed social issue, but it is rarely considered to be a workplace problem that needs to be managed like other health issues at work...
The Social Connection in Australia 2023 report acknowledges loneliness hurts businesses, as it causes employee absenteeism and reduced productivity...
However, people are often unaware particular work roles, environments, responsibilities and work-related relocation is often what causes loneliness...
These work conditions may cause social isolation, distort interpersonal relationships, and prevent employees from developing or maintaining social connections all of which are a catalyst for loneliness...
Organisations have the power to promote and normalise inclusion, shape employees social behaviours and help minority groups to develop desired social ties in the workplace...
