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A new report from Demos and The Reading Agency charity has found that reading or listening to an audio book can significantly reduce the feelings of loneliness and help to alleviate social isolation.
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Read More »I t is no secret that the UK is in the middle of a loneliness epidemic . Research shows that more than 9 million people in the UK always or often feel lonely and that young adults (aged 16 to 24) reported feeling lonely more often than those in older age groups. While there are a number of things you can do to feel less lonely – talking to someone about how you feel is a great way to start – another way to combat loneliness could be by reading. Sue Wilkinson, CEO of The Reading Agency, told the Standard: “The evidence from the new Demos report shows that audio books and reading groups based on spoken word are as beneficial as printed books. For older people and those with disabilities whose eyesight prevents them from reading a written word, audiobooks, one-to-one reading or reading aloud groups are great alternatives.” This is why The Reading Agency has launched its new initiative, 'Reading Friends', which is funded by the Big Lottery Fund. The initiative sees people reading together in groups or having one-on-one sessions with volunteers. Wilkinson added: “Reading can be a solitary activity and many people find it incredibly relaxing to read by themselves. However, reading becomes so much more when it’s shared with others. “This can help generate a sense of purpose and foster social connections – ultimately alleviating loneliness. Participants in our Reading Friends programme, which connects older people, people with dementia and carers by starting conversations through reading, have told us that the programme increased their opportunities for social contact and that the programme added ‘purpose’ to their week.” Ann, 78 from Newcastle, is a participant in the Reading Friends scheme and has a volunteer visit her to read each week. Ann told the Standard: “I have a big family but they all have different interests to mine. I love books, and being able to share the experience of reading with Alison (Reading Friends volunteer) has been a wonderful thing. “Reading a book helps you escape from the day to day life. When you read a good book, you can forget about your problems and your loneliness – you’re in a completely different world.” Yet, joining a book club isn’t the only way to alleviate loneliness, simply reading on your own can help you feel less lonely too. “Literature has a unique power to connect us to people and stories we might never have otherwise encountered; our research shows that reading enhances empathy and the ability to understand one’s own and others’ identities,” Wilkinson said.
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