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Loneliness mitigation efforts in Germany

Overview

Efforts to address loneliness in Germany have been highlighted through both traditional social activities and digital mediums.

In late September 2026, the German Bridge Association announced a nationwide action day for October 1 to coincide with the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons. The initiative encourages public participation in bridge clubs to combat social isolation and promote cognitive health, such as memory and logic, among the elderly.

Following this, a study by YouGov for the German games industry association, Game, provided data on the role of digital interaction. The survey of 2,105 people indicated that approximately 42 percent of gamers use video games to maintain social connections. The report noted that 76 percent of respondents believe video games can assist those feeling lonely by facilitating connections with like-minded individuals, and 81 percent view gaming as a hobby that connects people across generations.

Entities

Barbara Hanne · YouGov · International Olympic Committee · Deutscher Bridge-Verband e. V. · game

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    German gaming study shows video games combat loneliness

    A study by Game and YouGov reveals that 42 percent of German gamers use video games to maintain social ties, helping millions combat loneliness and connect across generations.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    German bridge clubs host nationwide event to combat loneliness

    German bridge clubs will host a nationwide action day on October 1, 2026, to combat social isolation and loneliness through the card game.

Sources

gamersglobal.de · it-boltwise.de · neue-pressemitteilungen.de · presse-board.de