Middle-aged Americans are lonelier than older adults (www.futurity.org)

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A new study found middle-aged Americans demonstrated higher levels of loneliness than older adults.

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[-] givesomefucks@lemmy.world 3 points 3 days ago

In the US, not working was the top reason for a higher amount of loneliness among middle-aged adults, while in other countries it resulted in more loneliness among older adults.

I mean... This is America...

It cost money to do pretty much anything, if you don't work then our "safety nets" don't give you enough to live.

Hell, 60% of Americans don't make enough to live. And unemployment isn't up to 60% yet.

If every social interaction includes some kind of price tag, the majority of Americans can't afford to pay it, no wonder people are lonely

this post was submitted on 14 May 2025

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