By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. Nov 13 2024 European study reveals that retirees feel less lonely over time, with new social activities and personal connections helping reduce isolation—especially for women and highly educated retirees. Study: The impact of retirement on loneliness in Europe . Image Credit: oneinchpunch / Shutterstock A study published in the journal Scientific Reports explores the causal effects of retirement on both short-term and long-term changes in loneliness in Europe.