Expert blames "war on friction," convenient tech for loneliness, feelings of isolation
Summary
A Harvard economics professor, Roland Fryer, says many Americans feel lonelier and more isolated recently. He thinks this is partly because technology makes life too easy and removes everyday challenges, which he calls a "war on friction."Key Facts
- More Americans report feeling lonely and isolated lately.
- Roland Fryer is an economics professor at Harvard University.
- Fryer connects increased loneliness to technology making life very convenient.
- The phrase "war on friction" means removing small difficulties from daily life.
- Fryer suggests that less friction in life might reduce social connections.
- The discussion took place on CBS News.
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