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First Coined In 2012 Social Loneliness trend icon

Social Loneliness

Despite online connections, people feel a real-world sense of loneliness, prompting them to seek ways to create deeper friendships or at least a chance to connect with people in deeper ways.

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The 2012 Non-Obvious Trend Report, where Social Loneliness was first coined

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A Graded A in 2026 ·
an exceptional prediction that grew more true over time

How this trend held up

Loneliness persists, and our digital connectivity continues to be a double-edged sword, making us feel more connected and isolated simultaneously, particularly among youth and the elderly.

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