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Can an app fix the 'friendship recession'?

Amidst what some researchers call a "friendship recession," apps and services have been proliferating to connect people. We hear from people who have used them reflect on what about them has worked or hasn't.

Published July 25, 2026, 11:43 AM
Updated July 25, 2026, 12:28 PM3.5K
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Can an app fix the 'friendship recession'?

Can an app fix the 'friendship recession'?

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Amidst what some researchers call a "friendship recession," apps and services have been proliferating to connect people. We hear from people who have used them reflect on what about them has worked or hasn't.

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