US EditionHow did Generation Z become the most naive generation? Experts blame “echo chambers”
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An almighty algorithm fuels conspiracy theories among young people and destroys their ability to distinguish fact from fiction online. This is a serious problem when the internet — and specifically social media — has become the primary source of news for the younger generation. When it comes to fact-checking, Gen Z usually has its own distinct method: it opens the comments section.
Gen Z, accustomed to navigating online information flows, is still very exposed to false content. A series of studies question the myth of "naturally connected generation" and highlights a deficit of critical reflexes.
A heavy feeling of loneliness is currently spreading in France and the West, especially in Generation Z. This phenomenon makes no noise but, according to statistical data, appears to be a crucial subject, which it seems imperative to be interested in dealing acutely with the social reality of our time. According to a study by Ifop of January 2024, 62% of 18-24 year olds regularly feel alone. Those who are familiarly referred to as zoomers regula…
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