NY Times: Advice From a Formerly Lonely College Student

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I recall feeling so lonely freshman year, even though I did have friends. I think that the addition of social media makes a tough transition even worse. The more people talk about the reality of the transition to college, the better.

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Maybe the dorm trend toward suites contributes? Methinks that sharing bathrooms down the hall was part of our freshman bonding experience.

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I went to college with my best friend so I was fortunate to never be lonely. We did make a few other friends though only still friends with one of them. My best friend though: I still talk to her multiple times a day. This fall we will be celebrating 50(!) years of friendship!

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