Lonely Americans have a third fewer close friends and confidants than 20 years ago, a sign people may be living lonelier, more isolated lives than in the past. In ‘85, the average American had 3 people in whom to confide important matters vs. 2 in ’04, finds an American Sociological Review study. 25% have no close confidants at all. People who confide only in family has increased from 57% to 80%, and the number who depend solely on a spouse is up from 5% to 9%. If something happens to that partner, their safety net may be lost. Suspected causes: Life
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