social isolation

American  

noun

Sociology.

1. a state or process in which persons, groups, or cultures lose or do not have communication or cooperation with one another, often resulting in open conflict.

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Example Sentences

NEPRA's mission is to reduce loneliness and social isolation and offer training and education opportunities.

From BBC

The result is lower life expectancy, more illness, social isolation and overall pessimism about our society.

From Salon

Its association with life expectancy was stronger than that of diet, physical activity, or social isolation.

From Science Daily

In addition to social isolation, surging layoffs in the public and private sectors are shoving more people into early retirement against their will.

From MarketWatch

But for Gen Zers who are experiencing economic uncertainty and social isolation, such a program can sound attractive – no matter their race.

From Salon