Living alone a risk factor for social isolation, especially for men, says Singapore study

The research found that among those living alone, men were about twice more likely to be disconnected than women. - ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times): Retired cleaner Wang Jee Kim lives alone in a two-room rental flat in Marine Parade.

The 69-year-old bachelor spends his days watching television, walking around the neighbourhood and talking to his few friends at the void deck or community garden.