Gen Z reported as the loneliest generation despite high connectivity

A 2025 Cigna report indicates that 67 percent of Gen Z individuals report feeling lonely, identifying them as the loneliest generation surveyed. Despite unprecedented digital connectivity through platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, many young people struggle to form meaningful, real-life connections.

Experts suggest that the addictive nature of social media may contribute to this trend, leading to unproductive behaviors such as “bed rotting,” where individuals spend extended periods scrolling through phones. This digital presence can create a paradox where users are constantly aware of others' lives through social media updates but lack genuine emotional closeness.