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Anonymous
Mentally, people in isolation tend to have or develop anxiety problems and sometimes may suffer from depression. However, many people who have spent great lengths in solitude are reported to have no problems whatsoever. Monks often spend years or even a lifetime in solitude and believe in it for means of enlightenment.
I believe time in solitude increases your chances of developing physiological problems, mainly due to lack of relationships. We humans are social creatures, we strive on the acceptance and appreciation from others whether you like it or not, its hardwired in our brain. Yet, we also are creatures of adaption, conforming and adjusting to our environment to best suit our survival, even on a mental level.
Physically, you should be fine. If you develop depression, the symptoms will be noticeable. Just make sure you get some exercise, don't spend all your time sitting at the computer, because then your bound to be messed up. It'll also keep your mental side in line as well.
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