Loneliness is all about feeling isolated, but it's actually quite common. In general, there are three different types of loneliness. The first kind of loneliness is temporary. It is the most common type but usually disappears quickly and does not require any special attention. The second kind, situational loneliness, is a natural result of a particular situation, such as, family problem, the death of a loved one, or moving to a new place. Although this kind of loneliness can cause physical problems, it usually does not last for more than a year. The third kind of loneliness is chronic (the opposite of “temporary”). Being the most severe, it usually lasts for more than two years and is often connected with serious illnesses. An important factor in loneliness is a person’s social contacts. Through social contacts, we get emotional support and guidance from our parents and teachers and share similar interests and activities with our friends. However, some lonely people almost make no contacts with people around them and feel apart from those who they supposedly know well. They just see themselves as outsiders. On the other hand, some lonely people may have enough social contacts, but they rarely enjoy the contacts and question their popularity, thinking of themselves as someone powerless. So loneliness is closely related to the quality of those social relationship in addition to the quantity. Loneliness is tough, but something can be done to cope with it. First, take time to accept that you are suffering from loneliness. Then, contact your old friends or visit relatives to spend quality time with others. Besides, pick up a hobby to reduce your feelings of loneliness, such as taking up needle work, joining craft classes, or attending lectures. You can also beat loneliness by volunteering at a nursing home, hospital, church or pet rescue organization. This not only helps you get in touch with people from all walks of life, but also makes you feel good about yourself. In a word, if you take a correct attitude towards loneliness and get involved with people around you, you are sure to get over it.
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小题1:Types / Kinds
小题2:no special attention
小题3:causing physical problems
小题4:Chronic loneliness
小题5:people’s social contacts
小题6:outsiders
小题7:social relationship quality
小题8:Suggestions/Tips/Advice
小题9:friends or relatives
小题10:Work as volunteers/Do volunteering/Do voluntary work
小题1:原词再现。第一段第2行 there are three different types of loneliness.
小题2:同义转换。第二段第2行does not require any special attention.
小题3:原词再现。第二段第4行cause physical problems
小题4:原词再现。第二段第5行The third kind of loneliness is chronic
小题5:原词再现。第三段第一行a person’s social contacts
小题6:原词再现。第三段第5行They just see themselves as outsiders.
小题7:原词再现。第三段最后一行the quality of those social relationship
小题8:总结归纳。根据最后一段内容可知是人们给出的建议。
小题9:原词再现。最后一段第二行contact your old friends or visit relatives
小题10:同义转换。最后一段第五行volunteering at a nursing home, hospital,