Survey Identified Loneliest Jobs for New York Men
A study found that long-distance truck driving is the loneliest profession for men across New York state.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Men’s Health
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A new survey of 3,004 men across the United States revealed that 58% of men in New York report feeling regularly lonely. Researchers identified long-distance truck drivers, security guards, and night-shift hotel receptionists as holding the loneliest professions in the state.
Why it matters
The findings highlight a significant social isolation challenge, with 20% of men reporting they have no one to confide in regarding personal problems. Barriers to addressing this include a common desire not to burden others, potentially affecting mental health outcomes for many residents.
A survey commissioned by AMFM Mental Health Treatment found that 25% of men have not had a meaningful conversation about their feelings in over six months. Additionally, 41% of men report staying at work longer than necessary to avoid returning to an empty home.
The players
AMFM Mental Health Treatment
This organization is a provider of mental health services that commissioned the research on male loneliness.
Cherry Data Signals
This is a research firm that executed the survey of 3,004 men to analyze emotional support and communication trends.
The details
The research collected data on loneliness levels, support network strength, and communication habits among male respondents. While 36% of men turn to a partner for emotional support, only 5% would currently consider using an AI chatbot to discuss their personal struggles.
Timeline
2025: A Pew Research Center report on emotional support statistics was published.
Health Landscape
The survey results follow the pattern of social isolation findings documented in the 2025 Pew Research Center report on emotional support statistics. These figures underscore a broader trend of diminishing in-person emotional support networks that impacts public health across the nation.
The study suggests that many men face barriers to accessing emotional support, such as the fear of being a burden to friends or family. For residents in the area, recognizing these trends can encourage the pursuit of professional mental health resources or the strengthening of existing social connections.
The takeaway
The data reveals that social isolation remains a persistent issue with many men struggling to find confidants for their personal problems. Individuals can benefit from proactively establishing support networks and challenging the stigma that prevents them from discussing their feelings.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by LongIsland.
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