Why does loneliness and isolation particularly affect the younger generations? | DW Reporter

Young people are more connected than ever – but have never felt so isolated. Why does loneliness particularly affect the generation under 30? Studies show that almost half of young adults feel lonely. A few years ago, the figures were significantly lower. We spend time with Lalena, a DJ with thousands of social media followers, who parties with the crowds at night and fears the silence of the morning after. We meet Sean, who lost his way in the world of video games before realizing he had to make a fresh start. And we talk to Jana and Noah, looking for support after personal loss. Experts warn that social media can’t create or replace real human interaction. And they encourage young people to recognize that loneliness isn’t a sign of weakness. It is human. What helps? Openness, genuine encounters – and sometimes music or sport. Chapter 00:00 Why do young people feel lonely? 00:25 Lalena: DJ life between glamor and silence 02:05 Social media & loneliness: the deception 03:35 Creativity as therapy: music to relieve isolation 05:15 From gaming to a new sense of community 07:45 Ask the experts: does media consumption make us lonely? 09:05 Grief and the search for support 10:45 Young Supporters: a group effort 11:35 What really helps: sport, openness, genuine encounters 12:15 Loneliness is human — not a weakness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1