Party's over: Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a social deficit in America

Recent data reveals a decline in social gatherings

Stars Insider

17/01/25 | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE Social life

Neighbors gathering, kids playing, the aroma of grilling burgers filling the air… While heartwarming, this may seem like a distant memory for many Americans. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of Americans attending or hosting social events on an average weekend or holiday has suffered a staggering 35% decrease since 2004.

This suggests a troubling disconnect between people’s desire for connection and their willingness to actively foster it. As loneliness emerges as a modern epidemic, are Americans simply too busy, or too afraid, to throw a party? Let's investigate the factors contributing to this social disconnect. Click on for more.

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