'Loneliness influencers': Being alone brings in the clicks

Deutsche Welle: DW.com - Culture & Lifestyle 28 July 2026, 11:15 UTC 19h ago

No friends, no dating, no problem? Many influencers are presenting social isolation as a lifestyle. But experts warn of the consequences.

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'Loneliness influencers': Being alone brings in the clicks

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