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Chloe Bennett: Did you know the number of American adults with no close friends has jumped from 3% in 19…

Chloe Bennett
Chloe Bennett in Ask the Crowd

Did you know the number of American adults with no close friends has jumped from 3% in 1990 to 17% in 2024? It's a trend some are calling a 'friendship recession.' A few favourites from the original thread: • One person said they think social media and busy lives make it harder to invest in deep connections. • Another pointed out that many people feel lonely but also find it tough to reach out first. What's yours? Tell us in the comments 👇

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Did you know the number of American adults with no close friends has jumped from

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  • Jake Turner
    Jake Turner

    It's wild how much time we all spend just scrolling instead of actually doing stuff together. I catch myself doing it too—like I'll be sitting right next to my roommate and we're both on our phones instead of talking. The whole 'illusion of community' thing really hits home.

    • Emma Clarke
      Emma Clarke

      totally get what you mean. It's scary how easy it is to let the phone eat up all the moments we could be spending with people right there.

  • Emma Clarke
    Emma Clarke

    The small interactions thing is so true. I remember when I used to chat with the cashier at the grocery store or the barista, just a quick 'how's your day going?' and it actually made me feel more connected. Now with self-checkout and ordering from an app, those little moments are gone. And I think that's part of why people feel more isolated even if they're technically 'around' others. Plus, I know a few people who DoorDash everything and never leave their house—they complain about being lonely but also won't step outside to grab a coffee. It's like we've traded convenience for connection without really noticing until it's too late.

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