Amid concerns of loneliness and isolation, youths say they are trying to overcome fears of 'complex' in-person interactions.

A recent survey showed that more than half of young people aged 21 to 34 reported feeling anxious sometimes if they have to talk to people in person. Dr Shannon Ang, an assistant professor of sociology at NTU, cautioned against “inciting moral panic” and concluded that young people are increasingly lonely or have no social skills. Some level of loneliness, like depressive symptoms, is probably normal to experience, he said, adding that attention may be needed to make sure this loneliness is not chronic and to ensure that social support from friends and family remains strong.

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