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Doomscrolling or connecting? Study reveals social media's complex effect on loneliness
- April 17, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Whether social media connects us or leaves us feeling isolated depends on how we use it, according to new research from The University of Manchester. A major review of global evidence has found that online interactions can either reduce or increase loneliness, which challenges simple assumptions about screen time and well-being.
Originally published at Phys.org