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Does social media make us more or less lonely? Depends on how you use it

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posted on 2024-11-14, 07:24 authored by Roger Patulny
Humans are more connected to each other than ever, thanks to smartphones, the web and social media. At the same time, loneliness is a huge and growing social problem. Why is this so? Research shows social media use alone can't cure loneliness - but it can be a tool to build and strengthen our genuine connections with others, which are important for a happy life. To understand why this is the case, we need to understand more about loneliness, its harmful impact, and what this has to do with social media.

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Patulny, R. (2020). Does social media make us more or less lonely? Depends on how you use it. The Conversation, 22 January 1-4.

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The Conversation

Volume

22/01/2024

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1-4

Language

English

RIS ID

141095

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