Loneliness after the end of a romantic relationship is a specific form of social and emotional pain. It occurs when you lose a primary companion, a shared identity, and the daily rhythms that gave structure to your life. This reaction does not reflect weakness or dependence. Instead, it is a recognized emotional response to the loss of someone important.
Loneliness after a breakup is a natural response to losing an important relationship [1].
Clinical observations show that breakups often…