The Loneliness Epidemic of Young People: A Symptom of a Broader Social Malaise Research from the Institute for Public Policy Research paints a stark picture: young people in the UK are increasingly isolated and disconnected.
One in 20 report having no close friends, highlighting a fundamental issue that requires urgent attention.
The rise of "doomscrolling" – a modern habit where individuals spend hours scrolling through social media – is a symptom of a broader social malaise.