Lonliness (IMAGE) University of Arizona Caption Some people enjoy being alone. But a UA study has found that for those who are truly lonely, the issue is one of perception and could have serious health-related consequences. Credit FJ Gaylor Photography Usage Restrictions Please use credit information. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.