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Abstract
While the digital age promises seamless global connectivity, it has given rise to a profound contradictiondigital loneliness. This paper explores how individuals experience emotional isolation despite being constantly connected through social platforms, messaging apps, and AI-based interactions. By examining the psychological, technological, and societal dimensions of this paradox, the study sheds light on how algorithm-driven engagement can replace meaningful human contact. It further investigates whether artificial companions and online communities truly fill the void or merely simulate social presence. With a focus on human-computer interaction, emotional AI, and social media behavior, this paper aims to understand the real cost of our digital togetherness and propose strategies for healthier online relationships.Keywords: Digital loneliness, Emotional AI, Online isolation, Hyperconnectivity, Social simulation, Virtual presence
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