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Identity and Mental Health: The Need to Connect
In the realm of psychology, the concept of social identity delves deep into our inherent need to belong while also highlighting the potential for prejudice and discrimination. As we embark on understanding the intricacies of social identity, it becomes clear that while our connections define us, they also set the stage for societal divisions. This Continue reading
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Understanding Emotions and Their Role in Our Lives: A Deep Dive into Our Psychological Landscape
Today, let’s delve into the complex world of our emotions, which, akin to a tree, root deeply into both our biological and social frameworks. Imagine this: environmental factors, historical trauma, genetics, and biology intertwine to form the intricate roots of our being. They influence who we become, marking us with the scars of past traumas Continue reading
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COVID-19 Loneliness and the Authentic Self
Recently the American Psychological Association released a report that overall during the COVID-19 crisis there was a reduction in the overall loneliness rates in the United States. In this audio Dr. Peterson provides a explanation of why this may be through a person’s authentic identity that the home and family brings, and how our outside Continue reading
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How Social Identity Influences Social and Emotional Loneliness
Dissertation Results on: “How Social Identity Influences Social and Emotional Loneliness”. In my research, I tested whether or not individuals will evaluate their level of loneliness when thinking about their identity as tied to a group (in this case being a college student) versus thinking about one’s personal qualities, or two other control conditions. I Continue reading
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Emotional Loneliness
I have written many articles on here about loneliness and rejection, mainly because as a social psychologist I believe that these two variables are a root cause of many of our social and psychological problems in the world. Continue reading
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Rejection is a pain – 10 ways to reduce it happening in intimate relationships.
To start this article, I want to begin with a simple premise: Physical pain and the pain from being rejected are the same. The human brain and the brain of other social animals reacts the same whether someone is dying from a chronic illness, being shocked, or being dumped by an intimate partner or Continue reading
About Me
Welcome—I’m Dr. Curtis Peterson.
Thank you for visiting my site dedicated to exploring the powerful connection between identity and loneliness. For over 20 years, I’ve studied how our sense of self and our need for social connection shape nearly every aspect of human experience.
My mission is to highlight a fundamental truth: we are a deeply social species, and when that need for belonging is ignored or denied, it can lead to a wide range of emotional, psychological, and even physical challenges. Through research, education, and practical tools, I aim to help individuals and organizations recognize the critical role of connection—and how embracing it can transform lives.
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Identity, Social Connection, and Loneliness 