Loneliness can contribute to a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and more. If loneliness is having a negative impact on your ability to function in everyday life, you might want to consider speaking with a mental health professional or accessing connection resources, like the ones offered by the U.S. Surgeon General. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.