In recent years, social loneliness has emerged as a growing global concern, affecting individuals across various age groups, from young adults to the elderly. Among employees, social loneliness poses a particularly high risk, especially for those with an obsessive form of work passion, commonly referred to as workaholism. This is often due to an intense focus on work, which can limit opportunities for meaningful social interaction. This study aims to explore the relationship between work passion and social loneliness among automotive industry workers in Perak, Malaysia. A total of 170 respondents participated in this quantitative study. The findings revealed that respondents exhibited moderate levels of both work passion and social loneliness, with a significant positive relationship identified between the two variables. These results underline the need for further research to validate and expand upon these findings, providing a more comprehensive understanding of the interplay between work passion and social loneliness.
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