Solitary Connections
Imagine a world where solitude is interlaced with digital threads of connection, where screens become windows to social worlds yet reinforce the walls of personal isolation. This paradox encapsulates the modern human experience, shaped profoundly by digital technology.Thesis Statement: This study investigates the intricate relationship between technology, solitude, and socialization, positing that the digital age, while connecting us more than ever, is simultaneously teaching us to live in solitary, reshaping our interactions and psychological landscapes. The Internet has emerged as a critical tool for maintaining connections, especially during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its role as a lifeline against loneliness and isolation [❞] [❞] [❞].Demographic Variations in Digital Use: Research over the past 30 years has extensively explored how digital technology influences social and psychological well-being across different demographic groups, noting variations in usage,