30% of Americans experience weekly loneliness, 10% daily, with experts linking social media to "artificial intimacy" and suggesting social media breaks for improved well-being.
30% of Americans feel lonely once a week, with 10% experiencing daily loneliness, according to a recent poll by the American Psychiatric Association. Brené Brown and Esther Perel, experts in their fields, attribute this loneliness to social media, which they say can create a sense of "artificial intimacy". Taking a break from social media and focusing on real-life conversations and deepening relationships can help combat loneliness and improve overall well-being, Perel suggests.
April 09, 2024
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