Loneliness and social media

And what about the housebound, the disabled or those who can't get out and about for some other reason? A lot of people, especially older ones, are socially isolated.

Wise words, janerowena

I have often thought it, but the fact is, a 'social network' has enabled me to stay in touch with people I have moved far away from in a way that no letter or phone call could do. I need real people, I have both worlds, I suppose it's all about finding the balance that suits you. It's possible to live in a housefull of people and still feel lonely.

I think he also says that we spend so much time on social media that we spend less time pursuing in-your-face friendships.

Crossed posts, soop - exactly!

Well, some of us might...

Not me...I post as I think...

So, he's saying that we put less thought into a non-online conversation. And this is a good thing as it shows our true selves. Whilst online we think, re-read, delete, think again, edit, and then post.

Oh.

cant see the connection myself ....there are many housebound people that use social media to connect with the outside world and this helps them to not be so lonely...

Blimey! Say that again?!