Critically discuss the psychological literature on the causes of loneliness, paying particular attention to the ways in which age, culture, circumstances and personality variables contribute to loneliness across the lifespan. Full question: Critically discuss the psychological literature on the causes of loneliness, paying particular attention to the ways in which age, culture, circumstances and personality variables contribute to loneliness across the lifespan. Does everybody experience loneliness in response to the same kinds of triggers?Critically discuss the psychological literature on the causes of loneliness, paying particular attention to the ways in which age, culture, circumstances and personality variables contribute to loneliness across the lifespan. Please do not exceed 1500 words and use the journal articles I’ve attached. Essay plan: Evolutionary theories which proves we are born with a need to belong. Loneliness- triggers across different ages “ kids, youth, adults, old age. how its hard to define and distinguish between the types of loneliness we feel (family, friends, love) Gender differences- collectivist and individualistic cultures Some people are more prone to exp loneliness “ attachment styles/personality