The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament wants to use a poster campaign to address a fundamental problem for many people - social isolation. Under the slogan "Together instead of lonely", they are campaigning for a state strategy against loneliness. The issue affects many people, but is often underestimated, explained parliamentary group leader Susanne Schaper.
"Chronic feelings of loneliness in particular can lead to vicious circles of isolation, stress and withdrawal. Severe psychological stress increases the risk of depression, anxiety disorders or addiction," emphasized Schaper. Physical health can also be severely impaired, for example through a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
