Gen Z loneliness is so bad that some young adults are spending thousands trying to make friends through gym memberships and social clubs

Mon, 09/25/2023 - 04:23

Margaux Duvall (left), Lillian Lema (center), Lynette Ban (right) — Margaux Duvall, Lillian Lema, and Lynette Ban (left to right) have all spent money in the search of new connections.
Margaux Duvall, Lillian Lema, Lynette Ban

Americans aged 18 to 25 reported feeling lonelier than any other demographic in a recent study.
In search of connection, young people are spending on gym memberships, social clubs, and art classes.
Insider spoke to 23 Gen Zers. Most said they spend more on social activities than pre-pandemic.

Lynette Ban moved from New York to Austin during the pandemic to save money. But now, three years into working remotely, she's racked up a new expense: friendships.