Australians aged 15 to 24 are reported to be the loneliest cohort in the country.
Research suggests social media could be a contributing factor, with online interactions replacing face-to-face connections.
Research Fellow at the Institute of Public Affairs, Margaret Chambers, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the findings.

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