column. Lale Gül is concerned about the mental problems of young people: ‘We are in a rat race’

Longing for the past

Finally, social media have also come under increasing scrutiny for their role in spreading disinformation, targeted advertising, psychological manipulation and even political influence. This can lead to a lack of confidence, increasing insecurity and anxiety.

More and more often I catch myself fantasizing about ten years ago, when there was still a world without spoiled influencers, angry tweeters and you could only use your phone to call for a real, physical appointment with someone.