Samotność młodych ludzi w opinii studentów
Loneliness in Young People as Perceived by Students

Summary/Abstract: RESEARCH OBJECTIVE: The aim of this paper is to recognise students’ views on the phenomenon of loneliness among young people. THE RESEARCH PROBLEMS AND METHODS: The problem addressed in the text is contained in the question: What are the views on loneliness in young people held by the surveyed students? The diagnostic survey method (the questionnaire technique), as well as an analysis and synthesis of the literature on the subject, were used. THE PROCESS OF ARGUMENTATION: The first part of the paper presents theoretical considerations on the problem of loneliness, while the second part analyses the opinions of the surveyed students concerning, among other things, their understanding of loneliness, the reasons for this problem, and ways of dealing with loneliness. RESEARCH RESULTS: Loneliness is most often perceived as an unpleasant condition, an oppressive state of emptiness, negatively affecting human life. The development of new technologies, dysfunctions in the family environment and specific personality dispositions in the individual, were identified as the causes of loneliness among young people. Among the possibilities for coping with loneliness, the respondents indicated ways beneficial for both individual and social development and unfavourable ones. CONCLUSIONS, INNOVATIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The research shows that the loneliness experienced by young people is becoming the norm today, and requires them to take up special stratagems aimed at filling the void. Therefore, it is necessary to take responsible actions to prevent young people’s being “lonely in a crowd.” It is important to make parents aware of the importance of their genuine presence with their offspring, to show support for their children, and to build a proper bond. The influence and attitudes of teachers are important in counteracting the loneliness of young people. Their role is to support the development of their pupils, and creating a climate of mutual acceptance and help.

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