Former US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy: Is Technology Fuelling a Loneliness Epidemic?
In this episode, former US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy explains why loneliness has become a defining problem of modern life. He explains why:
- The crucial difference between being alone and feeling lonely,
- How mobility, social media, and the decline of traditional communities have eroded our sense of belonging
- Why young men are emerging as one of the most vulnerable groups.
- How loneliness isn’t just emotionally painful: it carries health risks comparable to smoking and obesity, and it undermines work, education, and social cohesion.
- What happens when digital platforms, gaming, and…
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