The Rise of Digital Loneliness: Connection in the Age of Isolation
The Rise of Digital Loneliness: Connection in the Age of Isolation By Sumaira Feroz Digital loneliness is a feeling of isolation that stays with us even when we are highly connected to the internet through phones, social media, study apps and AI tools. It is not being alone. This type of emptiness is very common these days. We are using connections such as likes, comments, views, and for daily guidance to fulfil our emotional needs. These connections only give temporary feeling of happiness and do not provide the kind of deep emotional support that only a real person can. This pandemic is spreading throughout the quiet villages of Punjab, the bustling streets of Karachi, and the tranquil alpine regions of Gilgit. According to research, young people in Pakistan today usua...