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Loneliness Surge: Young Singles Face Romantic Drought

8/8/2025

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A 27-year-old Reddit user opens up about his struggle with never having a girlfriend, mirroring a growing trend of singles under 30 in London. Rising housing costs, pandemic loneliness, and the influence of internet culture fuel this romantic drought. Experts highlight a move towards "self-sourced intimacy," while tech companies thrive on the resulting isolation.

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Story summary

A 27-year-old Reddit user opens up about his struggle with never having a girlfriend, mirroring a growing trend of singles under 30 in London. Rising housing costs, pandemic loneliness, and the influence of internet culture fuel this romantic drought. Experts highlight a move towards "self-sourced intimacy," while tech companies thrive on the resulting isolation.