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The educational, physical and social dimensions of school loneliness: staff insights from Swedish schools
Linnaeus University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Education. Linnaeus University, Linnaeus Knowledge Environments, Education in Change. (PEPP)ORCID iD: 0000-0001-6098-8389
2025 (English)In: Cogent Education, E-ISSN 2331-186X, Vol. 12, no 1, article id 2577491Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Sustainable development
SDG 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages, SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Abstract [en]

The aim of this study was to explore student loneliness and a lack of sense of belonging in Swedish schools, and to gain insight from school staff on how to identify and address these issues. Fourteen school personnel—including counsellors, special educators, and teachers—were interviewed using a semi-structured approach. The data were analysed thematically, both inductively and deductively. According to the staff, loneliness and lack of belonging are widespread phenomena, observable throughout the school day—for example, during breaks and other social interactions. These are complex phenomena influenced by both individual and environmental factors. Contributing elements to students’ school experiences were identified within the educational, physical, and social aspects of schooling. In particular staff highlighted how these aspects intertwine and may negatively affect students’ feelings of isolation and alienation. Key implications include the need for school leaders and policy makers to consider the interconnectedness of these dimensions—the educational, physical, and social aspects of schooling—in order to effectively address loneliness and foster more inclusive and supportive school environments for all students.

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Taylor & Francis, 2025. Vol. 12, no 1, article id 2577491
Keywords [en]
School loneliness, school belonging, staff perspectives, educational environment, social inclusion
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Pedagogy
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Sociology, Sociology Education
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URN: urn:nbn:se:lnu:diva-142203DOI: 10.1080/2331186x.2025.2577491ISI: 001600987000001Scopus ID: 2-s2.0-105019924952OAI: oai:DiVA.org:lnu-142203DiVA, id: diva2:2009175
Available from: 2025-10-27 Created: 2025-10-27 Last updated: 2026-01-08Bibliographically approved

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