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[SY-7-03]Understanding and Addressing Hikikomori: Global Perspectives and Implementation Challenges

*MOTOHIRO SAKAI (University of Miyazaki(Japan))
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Keywords:

hikikomori,family,community

Originating in Japan, the phenomenon of hikikomori (prolonged social withdrawal) is now observed globally. The COVID-19 pandemic may have exacerbated this trend, potentially increasing the number of individuals experiencing social maladjustment leading to hikikomori-like states.
This presentation aims for commonalities and differences in the understanding and manifestation of hikikomori between Japan and other countries to be explored, thereby clarifying what constitutes a "hikikomori" internationally. Furthermore, the functional impairments experienced by individuals in a hikikomori state will be analyzed. Finally, considering the current global landscape of hikikomori, challenges and solutions for hikikomori support are proposed from an implementation science perspective.