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Best Of: Louis Armstrong's Early Years / Our Anti-Social Century

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The Loneliness Epidemic

This chapter examines the rising trend of social isolation in modern society, detailing how individuals increasingly prefer solitude over social interactions. Through sociological insights, it highlights the historical decline in social participation and its connection to technological advancements that encourage solitary behaviors. The discussion also addresses the implications for political discourse, community engagement, and the interplay between media consumption and public understanding.

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