
Americans are experiencing a decline in close friendships, communication, and reliance on friends due to various societal changes and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.


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The May 2021 American Perspectives Survey finds that Americans report having fewer close friendships than they once did, talking to their friends less often, and relying less on their friends for personal support.

The State of American Friendship: Change, Challenges, and Loss

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The Decline of American Friendships Amidst Pandemic Challenges
