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# TITLE: Has the rise of the Internet caused loneliness? [6df76d0e122399090a9da27d991693d1]
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# PUBLICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# MODIFICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# NUMBER ALTERNATIVES: 4
# NUMBER VOTERS: 5
# NUMBER UNIQUE ORDERS: 4
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 1: Statement 1 - The rise of the Internet has caused loneliness. The issue of the Internet being a cause of loneliness is a complex one. Nevertheless, it is becoming more evident with time. The issue is made more complex by the fact that in some situations, the Internet has actually brought people together and helped to reduce loneliness. However, the overuse of the Internet, especially social media, has made the issue of loneliness worse.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 2: Statement 2 - The rise of the internet has caused loneliness, but not in the ways many would expect. While it is true that social media and other platforms have isolated people from each other and caused a rise in loneliness, it is also true that the internet has enabled people to connect in new and powerful ways. The effect of the internet on loneliness has been complex and will continue to be so in the future.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 3: Statement 3 - In conclusion, the rise of the internet has made loneliness worse. This is a complex issue because in some cases the internet can help people who are lonely connect with others. However, with the rise of social media and the increase in toxic algorithms, it has become clear that the internet is increasing loneliness. It is becoming more evident that the overuse of the internet, especially social media, has made the issue of loneliness worse.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 4: Statement 4 - We have come to the conclusion that the rise of the internet has increased loneliness. We acknowledge that it is a complex issue. We acknowledge that in some situations the internet has helped to bring people together. We believe that the issue of loneliness is exacerbated by the fact that people are spending more and more time on social media and less time with other people.
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