In an interview, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg posits that AI can help alleviate loneliness, suggesting it can fulfill the desire for deeper social connections. He acknowledges the reality that many Americans feel isolated, with disturbing trends in loneliness and mental health, particularly among youth. Citing alarming statistics from the US Surgeon General and the CDC, he recognizes the negative impact social media can have on mental health, pointing to a need for technological solutions amid human social struggles.
The average person wants more connectivity, connection than they have... As the personalization loop kicks in, and the AI just starts to get to know you better, I think that will be just really compelling.
One in two adults in America is living with measurable levels of loneliness... but the numbers are even higher among young people.
The prevalence of depression in people age 12 and older has nearly doubled in a decade, jumping from 8.2% between 2013 and 2014 to 13.1% between 2021 and 2023.
Meta has made billions of dollars monetizing our attention. Why not monetize our loneliness, too?
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