“I can’t underscore just how powerful it is to have a few moments of authentic interaction with somebody where you can hear their voice and see their face. There is tremendous benefit that comes to each of us from being able to show up for each other.” Dr. Murphy has even previously cited loneliness as an epidemic in our society.
In a NY Times story on the relationship between technology and the increase in loneliness especially among teens, U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murphy, said:
“I can’t underscore just how powerful it is to have a few moments of authentic interaction with somebody where you can hear their voice and see their face. There is tremendous benefit that comes to each of us from being able to show up for each other.” Dr. Murphy has even previously cited loneliness as an epidemic in our society.
He told The NY Times about a conversation he had with a University of Washington student that stayed with him:
“He said, ‘It’s not the culture for people to talk to each other anymore, so how are we supposed to connect?’ His point was that even when you’re walking to class, everyone is occupied, but then they’re looking at their phone. It feels intrusive to say hello to someone.”
Well worth reading this NY Times article that includes the results of a Harvard research study that interviewed 500 teens about their day-to-day social interactions.
Have you found from your own experience and/or your children ‘s that too much reliance on text messaging contributes to feelings of loneliness?
Ny Times, 11/10/24
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