‘No contact’ on the rise: Nearly 2 in 5 Americans cut ties with loved ones

A survey by Talkspace's Talker Research found 38% of Americans have cut ties with loved ones in the past year, with younger generations like Gen Z (60%) most likely to do so. Experts warn this trend risks increasing loneliness and eroding meaningful connections, as 73% of respondents prefer distancing over communication. Common reasons include feeling disrespected (36%) and negative impacts on mental health.