5 ways to use social media to actually feel less lonely
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By Sarah Nemetz
Loneliness is a growing epidemic in our world, and social media is notorious for playing a large role in perpetuating that growth. There is a growing body of literature on the impact of social media on self-esteem, mental health challenges, and especially loneliness. A study by JAMA psychiatry found that a 10% increase of negative social media experience correlates to a 13% rise in feelings of loneliness. The key word here, however, is ‘negative’ –not all social media experiences have to be negative and in fact, if used strategically, social media can be an actual connector. It can help us connect to our local communities, find others who share experiences or identities with us, learn about events and different ways to meet others near us, and more. Let’s explore how we may be able to shift our social media use from passive scrolling to optimise the tangible and meaningful connections it can help us make!
1. Find community surrounding a shared interest, experience, o...
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