Psychology researchers have identified a distinct trait called solitude preference – the genuine desire to spend time alone, ...

Teens who choose to spend time alone may know what's best for them, according to new research that suggests solitude isn't a red flag for isolation or depression. Margarita Azmitia, above, ...

Margarita Azmitia, above, collaborated with Virginia Thomas, below, on a study that quantifies the benefits of solitude for teens and young adults. Thomas spearheaded the investigation as a graduate ...

In her latest collection, “A Suit or A Suitcase," poet Maggie Smith explores how solitude can bring insight and clarity, even ...

Solitude gets a bad rap, but it can be rejuvenating. While solitude often gets a bad rap, spending time alone can come with plenty of benefits. As sociologist Anna Akbari suggests, solitude can be ...

I recently got back from a week of solitude in a house off Buzzards Bay in Massachusetts. I was there to focus on finishing my book of short stories without distraction, conversations, emails, ...

Women who prefer solitude are not automatically lonely, and psychology draws a real difference between chosen solitude and unwanted isolation. Research shows that time alone can feel healthy or ...

Natalie Nixon, PhD, is a creativity strategist, global keynote speaker, author of The Creativity Leap and CEO of Figure 8 Thinking. When was the last time you spent time with yourself? In complete ...

Teens who choose to spend time alone may know what's best for them, according to new research that suggests solitude isn't a red flag for isolation or depression. Teens who choose to spend time alone ...