Young adults now predominantly communicate through text, or on Instagram and Snapchat. All of us, adults included, call people on the phone less frequently. Text is absolutely an efficient mode of staying in touch, because we can engage with numerous people while working—a steady stream of contact. And again, this may be fine when you’re feeling healthy and happy. But when you’re not, studies show that relying on these modes of digital communication does little to curb feelings of isolation and sadness.
