If there’s anything the pandemic has made worse, it’s instilling a feeling of loneliness in people who perhaps didn’t already live with others or have a good support network during the lockdown periods. Being physically apart from loved ones during this time has left many of us seeking friendships and social connections via platforms such as Bumble BFF, Twitter and Instagram, or connecting with others playing online games. With today’s algorithms directing users towards others with common interests, are we finding it easier to make friends online than IRL (in real life)?
