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‘The Feeling Of Isolation Is Worse’: How Loneliness Affects Foreigners In Spain
Esme Fox – esme@thelocal.es
Published: 7 Oct, 2026 CET. Updated: Wed 7 Oct 2026 12:30 CET
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Loneliness is a recurring theme in online groups for foreigners in Spain, a mental health issue which is almost taboo in a country known for being sociable. The Local spoke to a Spain-based therapist to find out why.
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