Suppose That Ian Is Extremely Lonely

question 130

Essay

Suppose that Ian is extremely lonely. He lives in a small town, and has only two friends. The two friends that he has are great; the problem is that he would like MORE friends. He has tried to meet more people, but this has backfired. He has also tried to convince himself that he does not really need more relationships, but this approach has also failed, as he is still lonely. What else can he do? Based on your understanding of the research on loneliness, identify and discuss three different strategies Ian can use that are likely to be successful in reducing his loneliness.

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Definitions:

Contractor

An individual or company that undertakes a contract to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded in addition to actual damages, intended to punish the defendant for egregious behavior and deter future misconduct.

Good Faith

A principle emphasizing honesty, sincerity, and integrity in dealings without intending to deceive.

Erroneous Denial

A mistaken rejection, often relating to claims or applications, where the refusal was based on incorrect information.