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Telephobia: 23% of Young Adults Avoid Phone Calls

3/6/2025

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A recent Uswitch survey uncovers a surprising trend: 23% of young adults aged 18-34 often avoid phone calls, driven by anxiety over bad news or spam. While 68% prefer scheduled conversations and 61% lean towards texting, a significant 59% still cherish casual chats, particularly among women. Telephobia is reshaping how we connect.

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A recent Uswitch survey uncovers a surprising trend: 23% of young adults aged 18-34 often avoid phone calls, driven by anxiety over bad news or spam. While 68% prefer scheduled conversations and 61% lean towards texting, a significant 59% still cherish casual chats, particularly among women. Telephobia is reshaping how we connect.